Science ABC
Photosynthesis: The Biochemistry Behind How Plants Make Their Food
Plants, unlike most living things, produce their own food through a process called photosynthesis. Photosynthesis means 'making using light'. Plants use the energy from the sunlight to make food. The food matter comes from carbon dioxide...
Science ABC
Is a Coconut a Nut, Seed or Fruit?
A coconut is all of these: a seed, a fruit, and a nut! Coconut is a seed because it is the reproductive part of the tree, coconut is a fruit because it is a fibrous one-seeded drupe, and coconut is a nut because a loose definition of a...
Science ABC
How Do Plants Reproduce?
Plant reproduction comes in two types: sexual and asexual. Sexual reproduction is similar to human reproduction, in which male pollen and female ovarian germ cells fuse into a new organism that inherits the genes of both parents. Asexual...
Curated Video
Carl Linnaeus
Find out how an 18th-century Swedish botanist revolutionised the way organisms are classified. Life processes - Variation and classification - Why classify? Learning Points Carl Linnaeus classified living things by their physical...
Maddie Moate
This plant eats POO! | The Carnivorous Shrew Loo | Maddie Moate
Have you ever heard of the carnivorous shrew loo? Ever since I discovered that Kew Gardens had one of these incredible plants, I've wanted to find out more. WHY would a plant evolve to eat poop? Watch to find out!
Curated Video
Barbara McClintock: Scientific Persistence Pays Off
Barbara McClintock used corn to make pioneering discoveries in genetics, despite facing gender bias and initial skepticism from the scientific community.
Cerebellum
Late Scientific Revolution - René Descartes, Robert Boyle, Marcello Malpighi And John Ray
Part II of The Scientific Revolution explores the latter half of this movement and the gradual acceptance of scientific truth. This fascinating period of history chronicles European society's emergence from church domination that...
TMW Media
Discovery with the ALMA Telescope: Emerging sciences in the field
What is Astrochemistry? How can ALMA help Astrochemistry and Astrobiology? What should you do if you want to work in these fields? Discovery with the ALMA Telescope, Part 3
Cerebellum
Early Scientific Revolution - Leonhard Fuchs
Europe experienced one of the most remarkable periods in history roughly between 1550 and 1700, when three of history's most important events were occurring simultaneously: the Renaissance, the Reformation, and the Scientific Revolution....
National Parks Service
Redwood National and State Parks - Redwood Ranger Minute: Respect Leaves of Three
Ranger Steve helps you discover how to play it safe around Poison Oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) while hiking the trails at Redwood National and State Parks. CREDIT: NPS
Cerebellum
Late Scientific Revolution - Nehemiah Grew
Part II of The Scientific Revolution explores the latter half of this movement and the gradual acceptance of scientific truth. This fascinating period of history chronicles European society's emergence from church domination that...
Curated Video
The Resilience and Rediscovery of Quinoa
This video covers the history and characteristics of quinoa, an ancient grain that has gained popularity in recent years. The video also explores the rediscovery of quinoa by Americans in the 1970s and its cultivation in various...
Curated Video
The Extraordinary Journey of Khorasan Wheat
This video explores the fascinating history of Khorasan Wheat, a grain that originated in the Fertile Crescent and has traveled across continents throughout history. From its discovery in ancient tombs to its cultivation in Montana, the...
Curated Video
The Mystery and Rise of Khorasan Wheat
This video provides an informative overview of Khorasan wheat, an ancient grain that is relatively unknown compared to other popular ancient grains such as quinoa, wheat, barley, and rice. The video explores the history and origins of...
Curated Video
The History and Attributes of Spelt
This video provides an informative overview of the history, cultivation, and characteristics of spelt, a ancient grain that originated from the Fertile Crescent. Spelt part 1/5
Curated Video
The Future of Amaranth
This video discusses the resurgence of amaranth as a crop and its potential to address issues of malnutrition and food security. It highlights its versatility in baking and its adaptability to different climates, making it a valuable...
Curated Video
Introduction to Hydroponic Gardening
Hydroponic gardening is the art of growing plants without soil. It involves providing plants with a balanced nutrient solution that is delivered directly to their roots. With hydroponics, plants can easily absorb the nutrients they need,...
Curated Video
The Wonders of Buckwheat: A Diverse and Sustainable Grain
This video provides a detailed overview of buckwheat, a lesser-known grain that is suitable for a greener lifestyle. The video discusses the history of buckwheat, its cultivation in different regions of the world, and its various uses....
Curated Video
Wheat: From Staple Crop to Sustainable Solutions
This video explores the significance of wheat as one of the world's most important crops. It highlights its historical impact, current uses, and potential for future sustainability. From being a staple food source to its role in biofuel...
Curated Video
Sorghum: A Versatile Cereal Crop
This video describes the different species of sorghum and highlights its characteristics, such as its deep and wide-spreading roots, long and solid stem, and compact panicle containing kernels of various colors. It explains the different...