Bozeman Science
Electric Field of a Sphere
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the electric field strength decreases as the square of the radius as you move away from a point charge, or a uniform distribution of charge on a sphere. This is a direct application of Coulomb's Law.
TED-Ed
TED-ED: What is metallic glass? - Ashwini Bharathula
Steel and plastic are essential to much of our infrastructure and technology. Steel is strong and hard, but difficult to shape intricately. Plastic can take on just about any form, but it's weak and soft. Wouldn't it be nice if there...
Crash Course
Asian Responses to Imperialism: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about Imperialism, but not from the perspective of the colonizers. This week John looks at some Asian perspectives on Imperialism, specifically writers from countries that were colonized by European...
SciShow
Can Danger Give You Super Strength?
Have you ever heard that you become more powerful in life-or-death situations? There are a lot of anecdotes about super strength, but is it a real thing?
Bozeman Science
Bond Length and Bond Energy
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the bond length and bond energy are calculated using an energy distance graph. The strength of the bond is determined by the charges in the constituent atoms. As the charge increases the bond...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How polarity makes water behave strangely - Christina Kleinberg
Water is both essential and unique. Many of its particular qualities stem from the fact that it consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen, therefore creating an unequal sharing of electrons. From fish in frozen lakes to ice floating...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How to grow a bone - Nina Tandon
Can you grow a human bone outside the human body? The answer may soon be yes. Nina Tandon explores the possibility by examining how bones naturally grow inside the body, and illuminating how scientists are hoping to replicate that...
Bozeman Science
Electric Field of a Dipole
In this video Paul Andersen explains how vector addition can be used to determine the electric field of a dipole.
Crash Course
Ampère's Law: Crash Course Physics
Hans Christian Oersted had just discovered the connection between electricity and magnetism. Meanwhile, a French physicist named André-Marie Ampère was experimenting with some wires, trying to learn more about the connection between...
SciShow
9 Futuristic Materials
Learn about some materials that seem like they should belong in science fiction, but actually exist today! CHAPTERS View all AEROGELS 0:46 FLOWER UNAFFECTED BY FLAME Credit: NASA 1:25 INVISIBILITY CLOAKS 2:28 LOTUS LEAF Credit: Thomas...
SciShow
The Strongest Bases in the World
Acids are widely considered to be the scariest chemical compounds of all, but bases can be just as powerful. Most powerful of all are a special class of pH scale-defying bases called superbases!
SciShow
Are Broken Bones Stronger After They Heal?
You might have heard that bones are stronger after they break, which sounds ridiculous, but for a short period of time, it might be true!
SciShow
Performance Enhancing Drugs
You've heard about them, but do you how they work? Or why they suck? Hank explains the science behind performance enhancers, including steroids, blood doping, and that stuff supposedly made out of deer antlers. You'll never look at...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What makes volcanoes erupt? | Steven Anderson
In February of 1942, Mexican farmer Dionisio Pulido thought he heard thunder coming from his cornfield. However, the sound wasn't coming from the sky. The source was a large, smoking crack emitting gas and ejecting rocks, and would come...
Bozeman Science
Gravitational Field Strength
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the gravitational field strength is directly related to the mass of the object and indirectly related to the square of the distance from the center of mass. The equation for gravitational field...
MinuteEarth
How Tall Can Mountains Be?
What is the maximum height for a mountain on Earth!? And why?
SciShow
Here's What Kevlar and Your Smartphone Have in Common
You might not believe it, but the same chemistry that brought us bulletproof vests and modern sailing sails also gave us the technology to build your smart phone. But that doesn’t mean these chemists were thinking about these...
SciShow
3 Genes That Give People Superpowers
There are genetic mutations in the population today that can grant people some seemingly superhuman abilities.
SciShow
New Moon New Disease New Hero
This edition of SciShow News really is full of "news." Scientists have discovered a new moon orbiting Neptune, a new tick-borne virus threatening the United States, and a new species of shrew who is a real hero. Let's get to it!
MinutePhysics
What is Gravity
In this episode, we discuss the basic nature of gravity, one of the four fundamental forces in our universe.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What yoga does to your body and brain | Krishna Sudhir
There are many different approaches to modern yoga— though most forms have three core elements: physical postures, breathing exercises, and spiritual contemplation.This blend of physical and mental exercise is widely believed to have a...
Curated Video
The Holiday Tree Crisis: A Tale of Trust, Leadership, and Inclusion
In this holiday special episode of Human Nature, the animals must come together to solve the problem of a fallen Christmas tree and find a way to revive Kiwi. Along the way, they learn about trustworthiness, leadership, teamwork, and...
Curated Video
Feats of Strength and Power: Building Strength in Mind, Body, and Character
In this video, Nova introduces kids to the concept of strength and its different forms. Through personal stories and examples, Nova explains mental strength, physical strength, and strength of character. The video emphasizes the...
Curated Video
Hope: The Power to Achieve Your Dreams
In this video, Dante the Dragonfly visits the show "Human Nature" to talk about the importance of hope. Through the story of Dharma, a young musician, Dante explains how hope gives us confidence and strength to pursue our goals, even...