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The Fascinating Complexity of the Human Brain
In this video, we learn about the incredible complexity of the human brain, which consists of approximately 170 billion cells, including 86 billion neurons. These neurons communicate through synchronized impulses, creating brain waves...
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The Amazing World of Bones: Discovering the Structure and Function of the Human Skeleton
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of bones in the human body. We learn that babies are born with over 300 bones, which gradually fuse to form a full skeleton of 206 bones by early adulthood. Bones are not just lifeless...
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Exploring Deja Vu: Unraveling the Mystery of the Familiar
In this video, we delve into the intriguing phenomenon of deja vu - that eerie feeling of experiencing something already seen or lived before. Exploring various theories such as dual processing, divided attention, and the hologram...
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Understanding the Anatomy and Function of the Eye
In this video, the teacher explains the structure and function of the eye, as well as the different classifications of iris colors. They also discuss how the eye processes light and forms images, and why some people may need glasses due...
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The World of Pizza: Exploring Unique Varieties and Origins
This video explores the fascinating history and global variations of pizza. From its humble beginnings in ancient Italy to its worldwide popularity, you'll learn about the evolution of toppings and sauces, as well as unique pizza styles...
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The Science and History of Soap: How it Cleans and Protects
In this video, the teacher explains the science behind soap and how it cleans our skin. They discuss how soap is made from fatty acids and salt, and how it emulsifies to mix with water and remove dirt and grime from our skin. The teacher...
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Exploring Images: From Animation to Optical Illusions
This video explores the different types of images and how they are made, including political cartoons, traditional animation, and optical illusions. It highlights the artistry and creativity involved in creating animated images and...
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Build and Learn ASP.NET 6.0 Blazor Hands-On - Migrating the Completed Movie App CRUD Application to ASP.NET 6.0
This video describes the process of migration of the main Blazor Movie App project to the current ASP.NET 6.0 as target framework. It shows the working of the ASP.NET Core 3.1 version first before proceeding with the migration to ASP.NET...
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Build and Learn ASP.NET 6.0 Blazor Hands-On - Add Migration to Create Movies Table
This lecture shows the addition of migration (to EF Core) to create the movies table. You will learn the essential Package Manager console commands to do this. This clip is from the chapter "Create a CRUD Application in Blazor" of the...
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Why are There 30 Million Horseshoe Crabs on This Beach?
Every spring, the beaches of Delaware Bay play host to one of the world’s wildest parties. Millions of prehistoric crabs (and hundreds of thousands of birds) converge here. These horseshoe crabs spend most of their lives in the ocean...
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Exploring the Wonders of the Dead Sea: The Lowest Place on Earth
The video explores the fascinating characteristics of the Dead Sea, known for its high salt content and buoyancy. It highlights the unique experience of visiting this landlocked body of water, where swimming is impossible due to the...
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Understanding Heat Waves: Causes, Impacts, and Preparation
This video discusses the definition and causes of heat waves, as well as the increase in their frequency due to global warming. It provides tips on how to stay cool during a heat wave, emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated and...
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Migration
The movement of organisms from one place to another at certain times of the year, or at certain points in their life cycle. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise...
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Populating the World: Migration
Migration to other countries is more prevalent than ever. What human factors determine our movement around the world? Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Emigration is the act of leaving one's country to...
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Factpack: Bird Migrations
The astonishing journeys of record-breaking migrating birds. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start of a learning...
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Factpack: Amazing Migrations
Discover the reasons animals and tiny insects travel vast distances each year. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the...
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Census: Counting People
Every 10 years, governments try to measure population changes using a census, or questionnaire. But what does this show? And why do we need to know? Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Governments keep track...
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Migration: Reproduction
Some animals must migrate to reproduce. Pacific salmon migrate thousands of kilometres to spawn - an epic journey which ends in death. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. Pacific salmon migrate thousands of miles to reproduce. Their...
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Homo Ergaster
Homo ergaster had a huge brain and lived in complex social groups, but his evolution was stunted for a million years, until he discovered fire. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. Homo ergaster evolved from homo habilis...
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Migration: Predation
Journey to the east coast of Africa as dolphins, sharks, whales and birds converge to feast on migrating sardines, the greatest shoal on Earth. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. From May to July, millions of sardines migrate to...
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Migration: Seasons
Wildebeest migrate across the African Serengeti plains in huge numbers in search of rain and fresh pastures. But their journey is fraught with danger. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. African wildebeest annually migrate to stay in...
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Animal Senses
Animals share many of our senses, but can use them in very different ways. Snakes, bats and cheetahs have senses optimised for hunting and migrating in different environments. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Different sensory...
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Rural Deprivation
Rural deprivation is when rural areas suffer a lack of resources, amenities or jobs. This can have a widespread effect on the economic status of these areas and the development of a country as a whole. Human Geography - Orientation And...
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China's Mass Migration
The largest mass migration in the world is taking place, as Chinese farmers flock from their rural homes to urban areas. But their search for better standards of living does not always turn out as they'd hoped... Human Geography -...