Friction is the resistance that one object or surface experiences when moving over another object or surface. The two types of friction that come into play when moving two objects against one another are static and kinetic. Static...

The heart is practically immune to getting cancer. 2 in 100,000 of those who have cancer are those with a primary cancer of the heart. That is an astonishing low number. So, what is so special about the heart that it rarely, if ever,...

This video introduces viewers to the concept of biomes, showcasing different types such as tropical rainforests, savannas, deserts, and tundras. Through engaging dialogue and examples of animals and plants found in each biome, the video...

Sound-like waves that travel through the ground from an earthquake or other source of vibration.
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A fundamental particle, and the components from which protons and neutrons in atomic nuclei are made.
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Different beetles flourish in different climates. British researchers have used this knowledge to dig into climate change history. Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points. Climate proxies, such as tree rings or dead beetles, can...

Taste is a survival instinct: we instinctively dislike bitter or sour tastes in case food is off or poisonous. An introduction to the tongue and how it helps us to taste. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Taste is a survival...

Energy comes in many forms. What are they, how do they differ and what can they be used for? Physics - Energy And Radioactivity - Learning Points. Energy is converted or transferred, but never lost. Energy is measured in joules (j)....

Revealing the amazing and unique properties of stem cells, and how they can be used to regenerate tissues. Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. There are three different types of stem cell: embryonic, foetal and adult. Stem cells...

What are stars made of? How are they born, how do they live, and how do they die? Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Our nearest star is the Sun. A star is formed from a cloud of dust and gas, which shrinks under gravity and...

Proteins are at the root of virtually all bodily functions, from growth to metabolism to transporting oxygen around the body. Learn how your body makes or ingests all the protein you need. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning...

The differences between thermosetting, thermosoftening and partially biodegradable plastics, and how they can be recycled. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning Points. We throw away a lot of plastic and most is non-biodegradable....

We examine the number of microorganisms in different types of milk using resazurin indicator. Samples of pasteurised milk, UHT milk and powdered milk are left in the open for three days before resazurin indicator is added and the samples...

How the four sensory receptors in our skin, which detect heat, cold, pain and pressure, help us to feel an object, and can even help us tell if we like something or not. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The skin contains millions...

The basic ways elements combine to create compounds, fundamental to life as we know it. Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. There are 92 naturally occurring elements. They fall into two categories: metals and non-metals....

How these simple semiconductor devices allow us to control the strength and flow of electrical current in a circuit, and are integral components in modern electrical equipment. Physics - Electricity And Circuits - Learning Points....

A criminal has committed burglary and escaped the scene without leaving a fingerprint or trace of DNA. How can forensic scientists still solve the crime? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. There are many forensic techniques...

What are the different types of clouds in the upper region of the troposphere? What do they look like and how are they are formed? Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. High-level clouds are found between the Troposphere and the...

A blizzard creates a blanket of snow. Look closer and the true beauty of individual snowflakes can be seen. How are different shapes of snowflakes formed and why are they always perfectly symmetrical? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding -...

The tube-like tissue in plants that carries nutrients, including sugar and proteins, from cells in which they are made to where they are needed elsewhere in the plant. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60...

The most basic unit in the classification of types of organisms. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce...

Everything is made of the same thing – tiny building blocks called atoms.
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Planes, trains and cars are just a few of the many types of transport we can use to travel from one place to another!
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Did you know that each kingdom contains different types of organisms, known as species?
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