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The Ozone Layer and Hole
More than 90 percent of the Earth s ozone exists in the lower reaches of the stratosphere, between 13 and 20 kilometres up. Known as the Ozone layer it acts as a filter that absorbs between 93 and 99 percent of the high energy...
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The Day Henry Met…A Husky
Today Henry meets a Husky and learns all about different breeds of dogs and about their important jobs. He learns that Huskys are used to pull sledges and Husky would love to travel across the arctic and see the Northern Lights. But...
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Exploring the Evolution of Music Distribution: From CD Audio to Online Sharing
This video discusses the impact of digital music on the industry, focusing on the transition from illegal file sharing to legitimate music downloads. It explores the reasons behind the sample rate of CD audio being set at 44.1 kHz per...
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Understanding the Ozone Layer: Threats and Monitoring
This video highlights the ongoing threat to the Earth's ozone layer due to the impact of man-made chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). It explains how the depletion of ozone, particularly above Antarctica, is monitored and tracked by scientists...
Wonderscape
Octopus Species of the World
This video takes a deep dive into the diverse world of octopus species, ranging from the commonly studied Octopus vulgaris to the unique characteristics of species like the California Two Spot, Caribbean Reef, and Dumbo octopuses. It...
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Discovering the World of Polar Bears: Adaptations and Habitat
Polar bears are majestic creatures that inhabit the Arctic region, where they spend most of their time on ice floes near the sea. With their excellent swimming abilities, thick fur, and layer of blubber, they are well-adapted to the cold...
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Ozone Hole Over Antarctic Reaches Record Size, Threatens Global Health
This video highlights the alarming report by the World Meteorological Organization about the size of the hole in the ozone layer over the Antarctic. The hole has reached a record size, larger than North America, due to colder than...
Financial Times
Falling wind speeds could affect green energy strategy | FT Rethink
FT Rethink - By 2100 average annual wind speeds could drop by up to 10 per cent, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Science commentator Anjana Ahuja examines what impact that might have on renewable energy...
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Water Ecosystems
Dr. Forrester examines aquatic ecosystems and the impact of temperature, light, fertilization, and acid rain.
Weird History
The Arcttic Balloon Expedition Disaster
On August 5, 1930, a group of men on a sealing expedition made their way across a rarely exposed ice sheet in the Svalbard Arctic Region along the Norwegian archipelago only to discover a scene that was long thought to have been lost to...
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I WONDER - Where Do Walrus Live?
This video is answering the question of where do walrus live.
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Arctic Fox, Red Fox
Arctic Foxes are amazingly adapted to their habitat. Red foxes are amazingly adaptable. They used to never meet in the wild, but the climate is changing and so is the wild. What happens when these foxes' habitats overlap?
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Life in an Arid Environment
Life in an Arid Environment analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of living in certain regions by identifying the strengths and weaknesses of living in an arid environment.
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How Igloos Turn Snow into Toasty Havens
An igloo is made of compressed snow. Compact hardened snow is a great insulator of heat because snow is nothing but semi-frozen water with roughly 95% trapped air. The air molecules trapped between the tiny ice crystals create air...
Lingokids
Arctic Animals
Does your child know what animals live in the arctic? They're about to find out in our "Arctic Animals" song! Get ready to sing and dance while learning about different wildlife.
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Bodies of Water 2
Bodies of Water differentiates between different bodies of water by exploring bays, canals, gulfs, lakes, oceans, rivers, seas, and straits.
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English Exploration of the New World
English Exploration of the New World investigates the English exploration of the New World by researching details of travel and motivations.
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High Five Facts - Polar Regions
This video explores five fun facts about polar regions.
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Exploration Earth
A video entitled “Exploration Earth” which identifies the continents and oceans on a world map.
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The Inuit People of Alaska
The Inuit People of Alaska investigates how the physical characteristics of a place influence the daily life of the people who live there by examining the cultural characteristics of the Inuit people of Alaska.
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I WONDER - Can Animals Live In Polar Regions?
This video is answering the question of can animals live in polar regions.
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I WONDER - Do Penguins Live In Antarctica?
This video is answering the question of do penguins live in Antarctica.