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When Quasars When Quasars Collide STJC
In this video, we discuss the reports about the detection of a pair of supermassive black holes orbiting only one light year apart from each other. Studying the dance of these giants should tell us a ton about how black holes grow.
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PLASMA RAIN?
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Can We Predict Earthquakes?
Hank talks about why it is so difficult for scientists to predict earthquakes in the short term.
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Plasma, The Most Common Phase of Matter in the Universe
Get to know plasma, the most common, but probably least understood, phase of matter in the universe!
Crash Course
Magnetism: Crash Course Physics
You’re probably familiar with the basics of magnets already: They have a north pole and a south pole. Two of the same pole will repel each other, while opposites attract. Only certain materials, especially those that contain iron, can be...
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The Experiment That May Have Broken Physics | SciShow News
Researchers have made some unexpected readings of mysterious particles called muons, which may make us reexamine the Standard Model in physics.
SciShow
How We Know Star Wars Isn’t A Documentary | Compilation
Plot often trumps reality when portraying space in movies and, as a result, many films are full of inaccuracies. So how much fiction is actually written into some of our favorite movies? Movies mentioned (and potentially spoiled) in this...
Crash Course
The Sun
Phil takes us for a closer (eye safe!) look at the two-octillion ton star that rules our solar system. We look at the sun's core, plasma, magnetic fields, sunspots, solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and what all of that means for our...
Curated Video
Why Is the Speed of Light Constant? Visualizing Maxwell’s Equations
New ReviewNot only do they describe every electrical and magnetic phenomenon, but hidden within these equations is a fundamental truth about the nature of light, and why it is the ultimate speed of the universe. We are going to visualize the...
Curated Video
Understanding the LK-99 Superconductor
What is a superconductor? LK-99 claims to be the first room-temperature superconductor, and if true, it could revolutionize the direction of technology for humanity.
Curated Video
Magnetic Quantum Number: The Magnetic Effect on Electrons
The magnetic quantum number abbreviated as m represents the orbital orientation of an electron in a given energy level and sublevel. Here's a thorough rundown: Definition: Azimuthal quantum number (L) is represented by 𝑙l, and the...
Veritasium
Can Humans Sense Magnetic Fields?
Research has found some human brains can pick up on rotations of geomagnetic-strength fields as evidenced by drops in alpha wave power following stimulus.
Curated Video
J.J. Thomson's Charge-to-Mass Ratio Experiment
In 1897, J.J. Thomson conducted an experiment that led to the discovery of the electron and revolutionized atomic theory by demonstrating that atoms are composed of smaller subatomic particles. Before this, atoms were considered...
Curated Video
Cathode Rays Unleashed: Discovering Their Properties
Cathode Rays: Key Properties • Straight-Line Travel: Cathode rays travel in straight lines, casting sharp shadows. • Negatively Charged: Composed of negatively charged particles, specifically electrons, deflected by electric and magnetic...
Astrum
Quasar Spotted in the Milky Way!
Radio Astronomers discovered hundreds of Quasars hiding in our galaxy.
Astrum
Final Images from NASA's SOFIA Telescope
The end of an era, NASA's SOFIA is finally ending this month.
Astrum
Comets That Flew Too Close to the Sun
The Sungrazer comets that were discovered minutes before they vapourised.
Science ABC
Why Do Power Lines Buzz?
The buzzing sound that power lines produce is caused by corona discharge. Corona discharge is an electrical discharge that occurs when a fluid (like air) surrounding an electrically-charged conductor becomes ionized. In simple terms, its...
Curated Video
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
The range of electromagnetic radiation in the electromagnetic spectrum is huge. Where does this radiation come from and how do the frequencies and wavelengths vary? Physics - Waves - Learning Points. Electromagnetic radiation is all...
Curated Video
Magnetic Strength
We use two magnets and a set of scales to examine magnetic field and strength. One magnet is attached to the scales and a second is lowered towards it. When opposite poles are facing each other, the weight on the scales decreases as the...
Curated Video
Plasma (physics)
A gaseous state of matter which contains a significant proportion of electrically charged particles called ions. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
Flipping Physics
Gauss's Law for Magnetism
In this episode, Mr. P delves into Gauss's law for magnetism, unraveling the mysteries of magnetic flux through closed surfaces. Exploring the hypothetical existence of magnetic monopoles, the class speculates on the implications of...