Bozeman Science
Photosynthesis
Paul Andersen explains the process of photosynthesis by which plants and algae can convert carbon dioxide into useable sugar. He begins with a brief description of the chloroplast. He describes the major pigments in a plant (like...
Crash Course
Vascular Plants = Winning! - Crash Course Biology
Hank introduces us to one of the most diverse and important families in the tree of life - the vascular plants. These plants have found tremendous success and the their secret is also their defining trait: conductive tissues that can...
Crash Course
Plant Cells: Crash Course Biology
Hank describes why plants are so freaking amazing - discussing their evolution, and how their cells are both similar to & different from animal cells.
Crash Course
The Plants & The Bees: Plant Reproduction - CrashCourse Biology
Hank gets into the dirty details about vascular plant reproduction: they use the basic alternation of generations developed by nonvascular plants 470 million years ago, but they've tricked it out so that it works a whole lot differently...
Crash Course Kids
Fabulous Food Chains
Everyone eats, right? But how does that food get the energy to power you? In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about the way energy moves, or flows, through an ecosystem and how that movement forms Food Chains! This first...
SciShow Kids
Meat-Eating Plants
Many animals eat plants, but did you know some plants eat animals? Jessi and Squeaks explore some of their favorite meat eating plants!
Be Smart
Why Are The Bees Dying?
Bees, wild and domesticated, are in big trouble. Bee colonies are dying off at alarming rates, and the cause isn't clear. Pesticides, habitat loss, disease, there's a laundry list of likely culprits. We rely on these tiny pollinators for...
SciShow Kids
Look Inside a Flower! Science Project for Kids
Squeaks has a Valentine's surprise for Jessi: a bouquet of flowers! Flowers are beautiful and they smell great, but did you know that flowers also do a very important job?
Curated Video
The Wonders of Electricity: From Benjamin Franklin to Modern Power Plants
This video provides a brief overview of the history and function of electricity, debunking the misconception that Benjamin Franklin invented it. It explains how electricity has always existed in nature and how figures like Franklin and...
Food Farmer Earth
Winter Farming: Challenges and Rewards
This video explores the challenges and rewards of winter farming, highlighting a farmer's experience transitioning from flower to produce farming. It emphasizes the unique taste and quality of winter-grown produce like carrots, despite...
Curated Video
Learning and Growing Together: A Day in the Life of Young Minds
This video promotes positive behaviors and values among children through simple and engaging activities. It emphasizes the importance of reading, playing with friends, caring for nature, being friendly with neighbors, and sharing with...
Curated Video
The Inner Workings of the US Postal Service: How Mail Delivery is Mastered
This video provides a brief overview of how the United States Postal Service works, from the moment mail is dropped into a postal box to its final delivery. It explains the sorting process, the use of barcodes for efficient tracking, and...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Uluru Medicine
ULURU MEDICINE AUSTRALIA IS THE WORLD’S ONLY ISLAND CONTINENT AND IS HOME TO SOME ITS MOST FAMOUS NATURAL LANDMARKS. IN CONTRAST, IN THE DEAD CENTER OF THE COUNTRY, IS AN EQUALLY AWE INSPIRING YET VERY DIFFERENT ENTITY, ULURU, A UNIQUE...
Curated Video
Exploring Moss: Nature's Directional Guide and Spanish Moss
In this video, the teacher explains how moss can be used as a directional guide in the woods. Moss usually grows on north-facing surfaces to stay in the shade, so if you see moss growing on one side of trees, it can point you in the...
Curated Video
Unlocking the Secrets of Photosynthesis: Towards Cheap Hydrogen Production
Researchers at London's Imperial College are using X-ray crystallography to understand how plants break down water into hydrogen and oxygen through photosynthesis. This breakthrough could lead to the production of cheap hydrogen, as they...
Curated Video
Only In United Kingdom 10 - Flower Mobile Phone Cases
Flower Mobile Phone Cases:Biodegradable mobile phone cases, when buried, produce sunflowers, offering an eco-friendly alternative in the world of technology.
Curated Video
Quellar Family: Pioneering Private Biotechnology Lab in El Salvador
El Salvador's first private biotechnology lab, Gensa, is revolutionizing plant cultivation through cloning desirable species. By retaining traits such as disease resistance and taste in future generations, Gensa is paving the way for...
Curated Video
Operation Pluto: The World's First Offshore Pipeline in WWII
Operation Pluto was a groundbreaking engineering feat during World War II, where an offshore pipeline was laid across the English Channel to supply fuel to the Allied forces in Normandy. With innovative technology and secrecy, steel...
Curated Video
Discovering the Dwarfing Gene: Implications for Wheat and Other Crops
This video discusses the discovery of a gene, RHT, that controls the dwarfing process in wheat plants. Scientists at the John Innes Agricultural Research Institute have found that this gene, when isolated and used in breeding, can...
Curated Video
Revolutionizing Malaria Treatment: The Quest for Affordable Medication
This video highlights the potential of artemisinin, a substance found in the Chinese Wormwood plant, to cure malaria. With millions of people dying from this disease each year, finding an affordable and effective solution is crucial....
Curated Video
Neat 3D: Revolutionizing Visualization in Engineering and Construction
Neat 3D is a groundbreaking company that harnesses the power of 3D technology for more than just sales pitches. With applications in asset management, project life cycles, and construction simulations, they provide visual representations...
Curated Video
The Fascinating World of Cacti: Adaptations and Misconceptions
In this video, the teacher explains the unique characteristics of cacti, including their spines that serve as modified leaves and their ability to retain water in the desert. The video also dispels the misconception that cacti contain...
Curated Video
The Versatility and Health Benefits of Garlic: Exploring a Superfood
Garlic, a flavorful and versatile plant, has been cultivated for thousands of years and is known for its distinctive taste and aroma. It is a staple in many cuisines and can be eaten raw or cooked. In addition to its culinary uses,...