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TED-Ed: How does laser eye surgery work? | Dan Reinstein
In 1948, Spanish ophthalmologist Jose Ignacio Barraquer Moner was fed up with glasses. He wanted a solution for blurry vision that fixed the eye itself, without relying on external aids. The surgery he eventually devised was called...
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How Recycling Works
Join SciShow as we explore what happens to your stuff after you toss it into the little green bin with the arrows on it.
Be Smart
Why Don't Other Animals Wear Glasses?
Vision impairment is common in humans, so why not the rest of the animal kingdom?
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Would You Be Able to See Through Superman’s Disguise?
You might have wondered if putting on or taking off glasses is enough to completely transform Clark Kent/Superman’s appearance. Researchers have looked into this, and the result is pretty surprising.
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TED-Ed: How do your kidneys work? - Emma Bryce
After drinking a few glasses of water on a hot day, you might be struck with a sudden urge. Behind that feeling are two bean-shaped organs that work as fine-tuned internal sensors. Emma Bryce details how the incredible kidneys balance...
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TED-Ed: A curable condition that causes blindness - Andrew Bastawrous
An estimated 20 million cases of blindness worldwide are caused by cataracts, a curable condition affecting the lens that focuses images onto the eye's retina. But how are cataracts formed, and how can we prevent them? Andrew Bastawrous...
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What Happens If You Leave Your Contacts in for Too Long?
If you're wearing contacts, you might want to take a look at this.
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Can You Break Glass with Your Voice?
It's an old cliche: an opera singer hits a note so high, it breaks a wine glass. It may seem over the top, but with a little science (and an amp), you too can break a glass like the finest soprano!
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TED-Ed: How do glasses help us see? - Andrew Bastawrous and Clare Gilbert
Today, glasses help millions of people with poor vision be able to see clearly. But how? Andrew Bastawrous and Clare Gilbert help unravel the answer by explaining refraction - the ability of a transparent medium, like glass, water, or...
Curated Video
Only In Netherlands 12 - Champagne Tower Building Records
Champagne Tower Building Records:A team of four people spends three days building a tower of champagne glasses in an attempt to break the world record, showcasing precision and teamwork.
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Only In Turkey 1 - Screaming Contest
Screaming Contest:Participants showcase the art of screaming in a contest where the length and artistry of the shouts are crucial factors.
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Understanding the Anatomy and Function of the Eye
In this video, the teacher explains the structure and function of the eye, as well as the different classifications of iris colors. They also discuss how the eye processes light and forms images, and why some people may need glasses due...
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Lens
A transparent material shaped to refract light, such that it converges or diverges from a single point. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions....
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Convex
Curving outwards, like the outside of a ball or boundary of a circle. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
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Manipulating Light
When light hits something, a number of things can happen: it can be reflected, refracted, diffracted or absorbed. But what does this mean? Physics - Waves - Learning Points. Manipulation of light is vital to our survival. Light waves...
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Huntington's: The Disease
Discover how Huntington's disease is passed on through a single gene. How does it progress, what are the symptoms and is there a treatment? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder that is...
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Hubble Space Telescope
How scientists working on the Hubble Telescope, orbiting 400 miles above the Earth, fixed a fault by giving the telescope a pair of specs. Physics - Universe - Learning Points. The Hubble Telescope took eight years to build, from over...
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Optometrists use math? - The surprising ways that an eye doctor uses math everyday for kids!
Ever wondered how math is used in the real world? Join us in this fascinating episode as we dive into the world of optometry with Dr. Ann Morrison, a renowned optometrist and professor at Ohio State University. In this engaging...
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Introduction to Laser Eye Surgery
Laser eye surgery is a medical procedure that involves the use of a laser to reshape the surface of the eye. The first laser eye surgery or laser sculpting was performed more than 20 years ago. Patients have this laser eye surgery to...
Science Buddies
Obstacle Detecting Glasses with Arduino
Design glasses with a built-in distance sensor and buzzer to warn blind people of an approaching obstacle.
Curated Video
Innovations in Healthcare: Transforming Everyday Medical Practices
Discover groundbreaking advancements in healthcare that promise to transform routine medical practices. From a nano-glue that instantly seals cuts without leaving scars to smartphone applications that improve vision without glasses, and...
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Sunshine and Safety: Understanding Sun Protection and Skin Responses
As summer intensifies, discover why our skin reacts differently to sun exposure, why some of us tan while others burn, and the essential role of sunscreen and sunglasses in protecting our skin and eyes. Learn the science behind melanin...
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The Art of Distraction: Mastering Magic and Pickpocketing
Join Mac Lesggy as he encounters Frédéric, a magician who skillfully blends the art of illusion with pickpocketing. Witness a captivating demonstration of how easily our attention can be manipulated, leading to astonishing feats of...
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) - Multifactor Authentication (MFA)
Multifactor authentication (MFA) is the process of proving you are who you say you are using unique identifiers that only you have or know. This video explores the different options for MFA, as well as some interesting biometrics such as...