Curated Video
The Versatility of Aluminum: From Foil to Gemstones
Learn about the various uses and properties of aluminum. From its common association with foil packaging to its presence in transportation, construction, and even gemstones, aluminum is a versatile metal with a range of applications.
The Backyard Scientist
Pouring molten aluminum into a pool!!
What can i do with molten aluminum, pour it into anthills maybe.. In this video I pour over 5 POUNDS of red-hot molten aluminum metal into a pool. The metal makes a crazy noise and remains molten all the way to the bottom of a 6 foot...
Curated Video
Comparing Data: Measures of Center and Spread
In this video, the teacher explains how to compare two sets of data using measures of center (median and mean) and measures of spread (standard deviation and IQR). The teacher emphasizes the importance of choosing the appropriate...
Catalyst University
Combining Cations & Anions to Name Ionic Compounds
Here, I show you how to write the formula for an ionic compound given the cation and anion. [5 examples]
The Backyard Scientist
Molten Aluminum vs Bullets
From my experience, molten aluminum, and bullets look really cool in slow motion so i decided to combine them in what might have been the dumbest/craziest thing i've done. See you at the darwin awards!
The Backyard Scientist
1000 degree Red Hot Rocket Knife
You knew it was coming! Back at it again with the Rocket Knife, but this time i'm going full sellout! 1000 degree, 150mph knife vs Coke, Silly-String, Bread, Wood, Bricks, and Lighters! You all gave me so many good ideas last week, I had...
Curated Video
Properties of Nickel: From Coins to Alloys and Beyond
Explore the fascinating properties and uses of nickel. From its historical significance as a coinage metal to its role in alloys like stainless steel and permanent magnets, nickel proves to be a versatile element. We also learn about its...
The Backyard Scientist
Is Molten Aluminum Bulletproof?
I was curious if molten aluminum is bulletproof, and now you are too!
The Backyard Scientist
Aluminum Vs Melons = Hand Grenade?!
Pouring molten aluminum in a watermelon turned out to be really popular, So I poured aluminum in two more melons, honeydew and cantaloupe. It turned out really cool, giving a perfect cast of the inside of a melon. It looked just like a...
TMW Media
Smelting And Refining Aluminium: Mining and rehabilitation
Why is mining important? How is bauxite mined responsibly? Smelting And Refining Aluminium, Part 1
The Backyard Scientist
Pouring Molten Aluminum In a Watermelon. Awesome Surprise!
So today I decided I was going to pour molten aluminum on something. I just finished a new propane powered furnace and I wanted to put it to the test! I don't know why my brain jumped to watermelon, but I'm glad it did. What was going to...
Visual Learning Systems
Sound: Elasticity, Density, and the Speed of Sound
When you hear the roar of traffic, the bark of a dog, or your teacher's voice, you are experiencing sound. This program uses colorful animations to explore important characteristics of sound, including intensity, loudness, pitch, and...
Science Buddies
Make an Ion Wind Rotor
This video shows how to build an ion wind rotor with a Van de Graaff generator. This is a good demonstration to show the working principles of an ion thruster.
Curated Video
Exploring the Versatility of Precious Metals and Essential Elements
Let's take a look back at the elements platinum, iodine, aluminum, iron, and tungsten.
The March of Time
1952: CANADA: ALUMINUM INDUSTRY: Alcan (Aluminum Company of Canada) robotic arm lifting large square shaped block, pulling back, placing into shaping machine, top pressing uniform dents. CU Stacked bars on loader, moving back REVEALS stacks of bars.
MOT 1952: CANADA: ALUMINUM INDUSTRY: Alcan (Aluminum Company of Canada) robotic arm lifting large square shaped block, pulling back, placing into shaping machine, top pressing uniform dents. CU Stacked bars on loader, moving back REVEALS...
NASA
Investigating Asteroids with Lucy's Scientific Instruments
This video highlights the suite of instruments aboard the Lucy spacecraft that will be used to collect data on the Trojan asteroids. Since Lucy will be the first space mission to explore the Trojans, the information gathered will provide...
Ancient Lights Media
Tajikstan
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Tajikstan.
Financial Times
Charts that Count: how to go inflation shopping
Stephen Moore, Donald Trump's new nominee for a seat on the US Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, has proposed that the Fed follow commodity prices as a measure of inflation. There are a lot of ways to measure inflation. Sometimes...
The Backyard Scientist
Melting and combining 19 elements! Does it make a Super-Alloy?!
Melting and combining 19 elements! Does it make a Super-Alloy?!
TMW Media
Smelting And Refining Aluminium: Uses of aluminium for transportation
Why is aluminium ideal for transportation vehicles? What careers handle the smelting, refining and recycling of aluminium? Smelting And Refining Aluminium, Part 4
Science360
Metal Foam - Science Nation
Afsaneh Rabiei is a materials engineer at North Carolina State University who, with support from the National Science Foundation, has developed metal foam that's lighter but much stronger than "real" metal. It's designed for use in...
Visual Learning Systems
The Periodic Table: Elements and Atoms
This program makes the Modern Periodic Table come alive to students. Numerous real-life examples of elements are exemplified in the table. Animations and graphics illustrate concepts not easily achieved through other instructional...
Professor Dave Explains
Reduction of Esters With DIBAL-H
We know about a lot of different oxidizing and reducing agents that facilitate a variety of different transformations. But we haven't touched upon the precise transformation that can be achieved by diisobutylaluminum hydride, also known...