SciShow
Can Moon Colonies Get Oxygen From the...Moon?
As we look towards longer missions to the Moon, the shear amount of resources needed to survive becomes a much bigger question. Without space semi-trucks to haul life-giving resources to astronauts, can we utilize the Moon’s barren...
SciShow
Why Do Razor Blades Dull so Quickly?
If you shave regularly, you may have noticed your razor blades don’t cut as well after just a few uses. But why do razors get dull so quickly?
SciShow
Do You Need a Copper Pot?
Some chefs swear by copper pots and pans, but they are much more expensive than other materials. Are they worth it? Well, it all comes down to electrons!
Crash Course
Metals & Ceramics: Crash Course Engineering #19
Today we’ll explore more about two of the three main types of materials that we use as engineers: metals and ceramics. We’ll discuss properties of metals, alloys, ceramics, clay, cement, and glass-ceramic materials. We’ll also look at...
SciShow
Why Can't You Bring Mercury Thermometers on Planes?
Mercury thermometers are handy and useful, but they could be extremely dangerous to bring on planes.
Bozeman Science
Metallic Solids
In this video Paul Andersen explains how metallic solids form when delocalized electrons hold the positive nuclei in an electron sea. This model helps to explain the properties of metals like conductivity, shiny appearance, malleability,...
Curated Video
Alloy
A mixture containing a metal element, made by melting the different elements together. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
Curated Video
Solution
A homogeneous mixture of more than one substance, with the different particles evenly distributed throughout. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
Curated Video
The Elements: Aluminium
Learn about the most abundant metal in Earth's crust. Chemistry - Periodic Table - Learning Points. Aluminium is the most abundant metal in the Earth's crust. Aluminium is highly reactive. Aluminium alloys are strong and lightweight,...
Curated Video
Alloys
What exactly are alloys? What is it about their properties that make them so useful for a huge variety of purposes, from construction to jewellery? Chemistry - Periodic Table - Learning Points. Alloys are metals mixed with other...
Curated Video
Metals in Medicine
Metals are used in the human body for a wide range of medical purposes. Discover which metals are used and what properties they have that can help to heal us. Chemistry - Periodic Table - Learning Points. Titanium, stainless steel and...
Curated Video
Elements vs Alloys
We compare melting points of lead and tin to the melting point of their alloy, solder. By timing how long it takes samples of each to melt, we discover that the melting point of solder is actually lower than those of both lead and tin....
Curated Video
Natural and synthetic
Find out the difference between natural and synthetic materials, and how they are used. Material processes - Classifying materials - Natural and artificial materials Learning Points Natural materials can come directly from the Earth or...
Curated Video
GCSE Chemistry - Metallic Bonding #20
This video covers bonding between metal atoms which we call metallic bonding. It also looks at the properties this gives rise to and how they differ from alloys. This video is suitable for: - Higher and Foundation tiers - All exam boards...
Curated Video
Magnetism: Forces at Work
Dr. Forrester teaches that magnetism is a force that pushes and pulls on other objects. She defines: gravity, attract, and repels. She teaches about forces that attract or repel other objects and lists principles of magnetic behavior.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is An Alloy?
This video is answering the question of what is an alloy.
Science360
'Smart implants' dissolve after healing
We all know that injuries happen and doctors sometimes have to use metal screws or plates to support broken bones while the bones heal. What if that implanted metal just disintegrated on its own after the injury heals? A team at the NSF...
Science360
Smart implants dissolve after healing
We all know that injuries happen and doctors sometimes have to use metal screws or plates to support broken bones while the bones heal. What if that implanted metal just disintegrated on its own after the injury heals? A team at the NSF...
Curated Video
Palladium: Properties, Uses, and History
In this video, we learn about the metal palladium, which is part of the elite group of metals called the Platinum Group. The video highlights the properties of Palladium, including its usefulness as a catalyst, high resistance to wear...
Schooling Online
Chemistry Properties and Structure of Matter: Properties of Matter - Chemical Properties of Elements
If movies have taught us anything, it’s that the first person to enter a spooky cave is the first to get in trouble! Will First Mate Phil survive to see the light of day? This lesson will shine a light on the chemical properties of...
Curated Video
The Effect of Material Structure on Properties and Uses
The video discusses the structures of common materials like alloys, ceramics, and polymers and how they affect their properties and uses. Examples of alloys include bronze, brass, and stainless steel. Ceramics, made from sand or clay,...
Curated Video
The Versatility of Aluminum: From Foil to Gemstones
Learn about the various uses and properties of aluminum. From its common association with foil packaging to its presence in transportation, construction, and even gemstones, aluminum is a versatile metal with a range of applications.
Curated Video
The Importance and Uses of Tin
This video provides an overview of the importance and uses of tin throughout history. It explains how tin is used in alloys like bronze and pewter, as well as its role in soldering and plating. The video also touches on the significance...