American Chemical Society
The Universe in a Cup of Coffee
Connect the chemical aspects of coffee to the world in which we live! Scholars consider the molecules within coffee and how they interact with the environment as they view an episode of the ACS Reaction series. From caffeine as a...
Veritasium
Candle Trick
Many people believe candles burn because of the wick—but that's not necessarily true. The video demonstrates the burning wax vapor matters more than anything else. A quick discussion of the science behind the party trick links the idea...
Steve Spangler Science
Superheated Steam - Cool Science Experiment
Did you know that steam can be used to light a match? Mr. Spangler demonstrates that although it is made of water, steam contains a tremendous amount of energy. It's heat is used to light a match and burn some paper. This is an...
Curated OER
Water Around Us: Water in the Air
Try this experiment with your class. Condensation in relation to temperature and water vapor in the air is shown through a simple experiment using cold glasses. Show this clip to your class or repeat this experiment and hold a scientific...
Curated OER
States of Matter: Changes in State
Matter can change from one phase to another through heating or freezing. This video fully and clearly describes the changes that occur when water freezes or boils. Solid narration, clear description, and good examples make this a good...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: When Water Flows Uphill
See a common cooking phenomenon take center stage in a series of playful experiments by physicists at England's University of Bath, who discovered new and fun means to manipulate the movement of water. [4:02]