Although kidneys are clearly important for survival, they are not essential, and this is particularly true if only one kidney is present. Some people are born without one of their kidneys, a condition called renal agenesis. Some other...

When and why do bees sting? And what happens in the human body when they do? Why are bee stings only a nuisance to some people, but life threatening to others? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. Bees sting people to protect...

Discover the magical world of fungi. Neither plant nor animal, they are a separate classification of living organism. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. Fungi are neither plant nor animal. Most fungi are made up of networks of...

Investigating why peregrine falcon populations are threatened by pollution from industry thousands of kilometres away. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. The peregrine falcon lives remotely but is affected by man-made chemicals....

Ecosystems are finely balanced environments. The introduction of 'invader' plant species can be disastrous for biodiversity. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. Protecting diverse delicate habitats from invading species is difficult....

Plants have developed an array of chemical, mechanical and mimicry methods to fight off predators, meaning that they are not as defenceless as they seem. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Plants have evolved defence mechanisms to ward...

Are all artificial chemicals bad for our health? Revealing the health implications of natural and artificial chemicals, and the natural chemicals which can be deadly. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning Points. All matter consists...

Urine is a waste product produced by humans and animals. Why is it yellow?
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Explore the vibrant world of 'Rainforest Animals' and meet the incredible creatures living in this lush habitat! A captivating adventure for kids to learn about diversity and conservation.

This video is answering the question of what is a poison dart frog.

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Uncover how snake venom, often seen as deadly, can be a source of life-saving medical treatments. This video explains the process of venom extraction and its transformation into medicines. Discover how toxins from species like the...

Ever wondered what your blood is made of? Red blood cells, white blood, platelets and plasma! Learn what each of these components does and how we can replace it with artificial blood.

In this video we take a look at our bodies defences against pathogens. Including the physical and chemicals barriers, and our immune system.

Researchers at Johns Hopkins published a study in December 2019 showing a link between e-cigarettes and depression. This isn’t the first study of it’s kind. There have been others. Depression and vaping are seen as having...

This may surprise you, but the ketogenic diet was not originally intended to trim your waist or help you get shredded. Rather, the keto diet was created over a hundred years ago as a way to treat...epilepsy. That's right, this fad diet...

The lymphatic system consists of a complex network of lymphatic vessels, glands or nodes, and organs, such as the spleen and thymus, extending throughout the body. Through it flows a fluid called lymph. The lymphatic system has three...

A highly venomous coral reef snake encounters a fisher. I explain his case with the symptoms, neurotoxicity, and treatments including the administration of antivenom.
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Discusses case studies of companies finding brand value and financial return on investments in sustainability

On this episode, get ready to see if Coyote can taste... poison?! The Leopard Frog and the Pickerel Frog look nearly identical, however there is one big difference.. the Pickerel Frog is POISONOUS! Will Coyote be able to taste the...

The largest red tide Florida has seen in a decade is moving towards the western coast and could impact marine life and tourism, officials say.

The video discusses the human body's defense system against pathogens. It explains that there are two lines of defense - the nonspecific defense system that prevents pathogens from entering the body, and the immune system that destroys...

The video features a report on the development of cheaper and safer antivenoms for deadly snakes in Nigeria by scientists at the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. It highlights the dangerous and expensive process of extracting venom...

Blue whale | Ocean Literacy | FuseSchool Weighing over 200 tons, the Blue Whale is the largest creature the world has ever known. Just its tongue weighs as much as an elephant and is big enough for an entire football team to stand on....