Bozeman Science
The Chloroplast
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the chloroplast in plants harnesses power from the Sun to form high energy molecules like glucose. The structure of a chloroplast as well as a brief discussion of the light reaction and Calvin...
Be Smart
Science of Marathon Running
So maybe we can't outrun cheetahs or antelope, but humans are uniquely adapted for long distance running. What does science have to say about marathon running? To find out, (and because I was feeling a little crazy) I decided to run one!...
Crash Course
The History of Life on Earth - Crash Course Ecology
With a solid understanding of biology on the small scale under our belts, it's time for the long view - for the next twelve weeks, we'll be learning how the living things that we've studied interact with and influence each other and...
Bozeman Science
Cellular Respiration Lab Walkthrough
Mr. Andersen walks you through the cellular respiration lab.
SciShow
Plants That Keep Themselves Warm
Sometimes, plants do unexpected things. Like control their own body temperature.
Bozeman Science
Endosymbiosis
Paul Andersen explains how eukaryotic cells were formed through a process of endosymbiosis. He describes how aerobic bacteria became mitochondria and cyanobacteria became chloroplasts. He mentions an example of symbiosis that occurs...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How we think complex cells evolved - Adam Jacobson
Imagine you swallowed a small bird and suddenly gained the ability to fly - or you ate a cobra and were able to spit poisonous venom! Well, throughout the history of life (and specifically during the evolution of complex eukaryotic...
Bozeman Science
A Tour of the Cell
Paul Andersen takes you on a tour of the cell. He starts by explaining the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. He also explains why cells are small but not infinitely small. He also explains how the organelles work...
Crash Course
Eukaryopolis - The City of Animal Cells: Crash Course Biology
Hank tells us about the city of Eukaryopolis - the animal cell that is responsible for all the cool things that happen in our bodies.
Curated Video
How do you store sugar in your body
Glucose storage in the human body happens in different ways. After eating a delicious slice of cake, our bodies need to process all the sugar we've ingested. Some is used for energy, and the excess is stored.
Curated Video
Eukaryote
Organisms whose cells contain complex membrane-bound structures, called organelles. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
Curated Video
Aerobic Respiration: Oxygen-Powered Energy
Respiration that uses oxygen. This is the main chemical reaction that occurs in all our cells to release energy that our bodies can use. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images...
Curated Video
What is a Cell? - Life’s Building Blocks
Every living thing on our planet, from plants to animals, is made up of cells. Cells are the building blocks of life, but what are they and how do they work? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. All cells have vital genetic...
Curated Video
The Dark Side of Oxygen
We depend on oxygen for life. But in fact, oxygen is corrosive: ageing us, damaging cell DNA, and 'rusting' us from the inside. Biology - Human Body - Learning Points. Oxygen is vital in powering every cell and process in the human body....
Wonderscape
Understanding Plant and Animal Cells: Structure and Function
Explore the basic structure and functions of plant and animal cells, the fundamental units of living organisms. Learn about the similarities and differences between plant and animal cells, including the roles of the cell membrane,...
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Best Exercise For Health, Fitness, and Longevity
In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses one of the most effective types of exercise for optimizing fitness, health, and longevity, called zone 2 training. He discusses the specific fitness benefits of zone 2...
Curated Video
GCSE Biology - What Is The Difference Between Light And Electron Microscopes? #6
In this video, we cover: - How light microscopes work - How electrons microscopes work - The pros and cons of each Exam board specific info: AQA - Suitable for everyone IGCSE Edexcel - Suitable for everyone Edexcel - Suitable for...
Curated Video
GCSE Biology - Cell Types and Cell Structure #2
In this video, we cover: - The different types of cell (Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic) - The differences and similarities between the structures of plant, animal, and bacterial cells - The sub-cellular structures / organelles you need to...
Curated Video
GCSE Biology - Active Transport #9
This lesson covers: - What active transport it - How it's different to diffusion - How root hair cells are adapted to absorb mineral ions Exam board specific info: AQA - Suitable for everyone IGCSE Edexcel - Suitable for everyone Edexcel...
Curated Video
Why Does Food Matter For Mental Health? Discover The Relationship Between Nutrition And Mood
In a previous video I talk about the Mediterranean diet and how it has been shown in studies to improve depression. In this video I discuss why healthy food helps your brain. It has to do with oxidative stress. There’s different types of...
Rock 'N Learn
Plant and Animal Cells for Kids
What are the differences between plant and animal cells? How are plant and animal cells alike? You might be surprised that there are more similarities than differences. Join Kevin as he transports to the Cellular Learning Center. You...
Curated Video
Cellular Respiration
Cellular Respiration analyzes the process of cellular respiration by describing how cells and organisms acquire and release energy.
Curated Video
Plastids and Mitochondria
Plastids and Mitochondria examines energy transformations by describing the fundamental roles of plastids and mitochondria.
Curated Video
The Endosymbiosis Theory
The Endosymbiosis Theory explains evidence supporting the scientific theory of the origin of eukaryotic cells by describing the process of endosymbiosis.