Great Big Story
The Accidental Discovery, How Radio Waves Unveiled the Universe's Beginnings
Dive into the story of Robert Wilson and Arno Penzias, who stumbled upon cosmic microwave background radiation, proving the Big Bang theory.
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The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Ending World War II and Shaping History
This video provides a detailed account of the events leading up to and following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, which ultimately led to the end of World War II and the beginning of the atomic age. It highlights...
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Combatting Malaria: The Sterile Insect Technique
The International Atomic Energy Agency in Austria is pioneering a groundbreaking solution to combat malaria by utilizing the sterile insect technique (SIT). By releasing radiation-sterilized male mosquitoes into the population, they...
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The Lasting Impact of the Chernobyl Disaster: Lessons Learned and Moving Forward
The Chernobyl nuclear disaster resulted in significant human tragedy, with over 200,000 individuals exposed to radiation and a final death toll of 4000. While the immediate health impacts, such as thyroid cancer in children, are...
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Types of Burns - Thermal, Chemical, Electrical, Radiation and Cold Burns
Explore the world of burns in this comprehensive video, breaking down the different types: thermal, chemical, electrical, radiation, and cold. Delve into the intricacies of thermal burns, distinguishing between dry and wet forms, and...
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The Science of Sunshine: Understanding Radiation and Staying Safe in the Sun
This video explores the concept of sunshine being hot due to radiation from the sun, including light, heat, and ultraviolet light. It explains the importance of being cautious in the sun to prevent skin damage and the potential for the...
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Revolutionizing Radiotherapy Education: The Virtual Environment Experience
This video showcases an innovative solution to address the shortage of expert teachers and clinic time for radiotherapy students - the Virtual Environment for radiotherapy training (vert). This 3D interactive experience allows students...
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Revolutionizing Medical Imaging: The Evolution of 4D CT Scans
This video discusses the evolution of computer tomography (CT) imaging from 2D black and white images to 3D and 4D scans, allowing for more accurate and dynamic diagnoses in medical imaging. It highlights the importance of capturing...
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The Evolution and Applications of X-Rays in Modern Medicine
This video provides an overview of the discovery and medical applications of X-rays. It begins by discussing Conrad Rutgen's discovery of X-rays in 1896, highlighting how they revolutionized medical imaging by allowing visualization of...
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How Does it Work? - Thermal Camera
This video is explaining how thermal camera works for kids.
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GCSE Physics - How Radiation Affects Temperature #72
This video covers: - The idea that objects can absorb and emit energy in the form of radiation, and that this can affect their temperature - What determines which type of radiation is emitted - Wavelength-intensity graphs - How these...
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GCSE Physics - X-Rays and Gamma Rays #68
This video covers: - How x-ray machines work - How gamma rays are used to sterilise food and medical equipment - The pro's and con's of using radiation Exam board specific info: AQA - Everything is relevant to your course! IGCSE Edexcel...
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GCSE Physics - Why Radiation is Harmful #36
This video covers: - What irradiation is - What contamination is - What determines have harmful radiation is: 1. Type of radiation 2. Where you're exposed to it 3. The dose of radiation - Safety precautions General info: - Suitable for...
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GCSE Physics - Visible and UV Light #67
This video covers: - The different colours of visible light - How light is used is optical fibres - The concept of fluorescence with ultraviolet radiation - How ultraviolet radiation can be used in security General info: - Suitable for...
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GCSE Physics - Using Radiation in Medicine #37
This video covers: - Why radiation is harmful - How ionising radiation can cause cancer - How radiotherapy can use gamma rays or beta radiation to treat cancer - How medical tracers work General info: - Suitable for all GCSE and IGCSE...
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GCSE Physics - Radioactive Decay and Half Life #35
This video covers: - How radioactive decay works - What activity means - The two definitions of half-life - How to show radioactive decay on a graph - How we can find the count rate with a Geiger–Müller tube - Example calculation for...
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GCSE Physics - Nuclear Decay Equations #34
This video covers: - What alpha, beta and gamma radiation are - How to write decay equations for them General info: - Suitable for all GCSE and IGCSE courses - Suitable for higher and foundation tiers - Suitable for triple and combined...
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GCSE Physics - Microwaves and Infrared #66
This video covers: - How microwaves are used to heat food - How microwaves are used in satellite communication - The idea that hotter objects emit more infrared radiation - How we use infrared radiation to cook things General info: -...
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GCSE Physics - Conduction, Convection and Radiation #5
In this video we cover: - The 3 ways heat energy can be transferred - How heat is conducted through solids - What thermal conductivity means - How convection cycles work - What radiation is General info: - Even if you don’t need to know...
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GCSE Physics - Alpha, Beta and Gamma Radiation #33
This video covers: - The idea that radioactive materials contain unstable isotopes - What alpha, beta, gamma and neutron radiation is - How ionising and penetrating they are General info: - Suitable for all GCSE and IGCSE courses -...
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Solar and Thermal Energy
Dr. Forrester talks about thermal energy. She defines thermodynamics and talks about conduction, convection, and radiation. She also defines photovoltaic energy. She talks about solar power and then shows how to make a solar oven.
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High Five Facts - Heat Transfer
This video explores five fun facts about heat transfer.