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The Versatile Uses and Benefits of Buckwheat
Learn about the uses of the buckwheat plant - from plaster to salad! Buckwheat part 4/5
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The Evolution of Wheat: From Wild Grass to Common Crop
This video explores the evolution of agriculture and the significant role that common wheat has played in human history. From the discovery of grass as a food source to the crossbreeding and cultivation of different wheat varieties, it...
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How Does Cinnamon Grow?! | Maddie Moate
Have you ever wondered where cinnamon comes from or how it grows? Greg and I traveled to Sri Lanka and were lucky to visit a cinnamon plantation to find out! Not only did we discover how cinnamon is grown and harvested, but we also...
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Bulgur: From War Rations to Superfood
This video provides a brief history and overview of bulgur, a type of processed wheat grain. Learn how scientists have increased the nutritional value of bulgur to be used in disaster relief. Bulgur part 4/5
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Mechanical Plant Defenses
Plants defend themselves using a variety of physical features such as raphides and trichromes. Let's look at some of these mechanical plant defenses and how they function.
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The Importance and Resurgence of Barley
In this video, we explore the fascinating history and significance of barley. We learn about how this grain played important roles in various native and early cultures, and how it managed to survive and thrive throughout centuries. We...
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STEMExplore: A Day in the Life of a Plant Biologist
Simara Price is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Pennsylvania, working on how plants can better respond and survive in a changing environment due to climate change and global warming. She finds inspiration in contributing...
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Plant Movement: Tropisms, Nastic Movements, and Their Importance
Have you noticed that plants tend to grow in the direction of the sun? This redirection towards the sun a form of tropism, or plant movement. Learn about the common types of plant movement and their benefits!
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Amaranth: From Ancient Staple to Modern Superfood
This video explores the fascinating history and resilience of the ancient grain, amaranth. From its origins in Mesoamerica and its importance to the Aztec civilization, to its condemnation by the Spanish conquistadors and subsequent...
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Uses for Amaranth
For centuries, amaranth has been consumed for nutritional and medicinal purposes and used externally to treat a variety of rashes and wounds. Learn about the many uses for amaranth. Amaranth part 3/5
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Lewis and Clark: the Making of an Expedition
Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery opened the American West up to expansion and settlement – but it all rested on the expert planning and preparation.
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Disappearance and Rediscovery of Khorasan Wheat
This video explores the journey and various names of Khorasan wheat, an ancient grain that has traveled across continents and acquired different monikers. It highlights the importance of preserving and protecting not just this grain, but...
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Where Quinoa Grows
Quinoa is a versatile and hearty crop that grows easily in low-nutrient soil. Peru and Bolivia produce most of the world's quinoa, but learn how this popular grain is spreading to other areas of the world and maybe even to outer space!...
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The Power of Herbal Medicine
This video provides an overview of herbal medicine, highlighting its historical and modern uses. It explores the potential benefits and challenges associated with herbal medicine, emphasizing its alternative status in modern medicine....
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Introduction to Dendrochronology
Now that we've gone over all the basics in our study of botany, it's time to start digging into some more advanced topics. First we will examine the field of dendrochronology over five tutorials. This is the study of trees over time, and...
Professor Dave Explains
Introduction to Botany
Plants are remarkable organisms. From the tiniest shrub to the tallest tree, these organisms have fascinating structures and biological functions. What anatomical features do plants all have in common? What is the evolutionary history of...
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Dissect a Flower
Springtime is when nature comes back to life. Trees are growing their leaves again and flowers are sprouting, displaying their beautiful colors and spreading their delightful smell. But have you ever looked at a flower in more detail?...
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Understanding the Parts and Pollination of Flowers
This video explains the different parts of a flower and their functions. They differentiate between the male and female parts, discussing the filament and anther as the male parts and the stigma, style, and ovary as the female parts. The...
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The Life Cycle of Plants
Most plant life as we know it would not be possible without seeds. Explore the process of seed formation, pollination, and fertilization, highlighting the role of seeds in ensuring the survival and propagation of plant species. Learn...
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Quinoa and the Expansion of the Inca Empire
The Inca Empire was a large and powerful civilization that covered a region from Ecuador to Chile and had 12 million inhabitants at its height. Was quinoa their recipe for success? Quinoa part 3/5
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Gentle inflorescence of light purple flowers giving relaxation and tranquility
Gentle inflorescence of light purple flowers giving relaxation and tranquility