PBS
The Quantum Experiment that Broke Reality | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios
The double slit experiment radically changed the way we understand reality. Find out what the ramifications of this experiment were and how we can use it to better comprehend our universe.
SciShow
The Nuclear-Powered Clocks of the Future
Atomic clocks are the best timekeepers humanity's got these days, but scientists are working toward something even better: a SUB-atomic (aka nuclear) clock.
SciShow
5 Animals With Superpowered Senses
From the ability to see “invisible” types of light to the power to taste all over their body, meet five incredible animals whose super senses far surpass our own! Hosted by: Michael Aranda
TED Talks
TED: How radio telescopes show us unseen galaxies | Natasha Hurley-Walker
Our universe is strange, wonderful and vast, says astronomer Natasha Hurley-Walker. A spaceship can't carry you into its depths (yet) -- but a radio telescope can. In this mesmerizing talk, Hurley-Walker shows how she probes the...
Bozeman Science
PS4A - Wave Properties
In this video Paul Andersen describes some of the properties of waves. He starts be identifying particles and waves as the only phenomenon that can transfer energy from place to place. He identifies the defining characteristics of waves;...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How we see color - Colm Kelleher
There are three types of color receptors in your eye: red, green and blue. But how do we see the amazing kaleidoscope of other colors that make up our world? Colm Kelleher explains how humans can see everything from auburn to aquamarine.
SciShow
5 Animals With Superpowered Senses
From the ability to see “invisible” types of light to the power to taste all over their body, meet five incredible animals whose super senses far surpass our own! Chapters STAR-NOSED MOLES 3:04 HARBOR SEALS 4:56 CATFISH 6:49 BEARS 8:26
MinutePhysics
The Origin of Quantum Mechanics (feat. Neil Turok)
The Origin of Quantum Mechanics (feat. Neil Turok)
Crash Course
Light Is Waves: Crash Course Physics
The way light behaves can seem very counter intuitive, and many physicists would agree with that, but once you figure out light waves it all starts to make more sense! In this episode of Crash Course Physics, Shini shows us how we know...
Curated Video
Light Waves: Understanding the Wave Nature
We deal with light on a daily basis, and it has wave-like characteristics that are essential to many natural and technological processes. The wave nature of light aids in the explanation of a number of important optical phenomena,...
Curated Video
Polarisation
Polarisation is the process by which a transverse wave, such as a light wave is made to oscillate in one plane only. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
Curated Video
Interference
The effect that happens when two waves travelling through the same space meet. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary...
Curated Video
Telescopes
Telescopes have enabled us to truly see the wonders of the Universe. Who invented them and how have they developed throughout history? Physics - Universe - Learning Points. The first optical telescopes were made around 1608. Early...
Curated Video
Why is the Sky Blue? - Sky Color Explained
The atmospheric composition of the sky affects the colours we see. From blue horizons to red sunsets, why do we see colours the way we do? Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Light is made up of different wavelengths. Our...
Curated Video
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...
Curated Video
What is Light? - Light Energy
We can see our surroundings because of light energy. Whether light waves are being emitting from a source or being reflected, this form of energy is vital to life on Earth. Physics - Waves - Learning Points. Light is an energy that...
Curated Video
The Senses
We make sense of the world around us through touch, smell, sight, taste and sound. But what are these senses and how does the body and brain process them? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Our senses detect information from our...
Curated Video
Diffraction
The bending or spreading of waves when they encounter an obstacle. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce...
Curated Video
What is a reflection?
Understand that reflection is light bouncing off a surface. Physical processes - Light - Reflection Learning Points Reflection occurs when light bounces off objects. Smooth surfaces reflect light in one direction. Rough surfaces are not...
Curated Video
Spot the shadows
Find out how shadows are formed and what types of materials produce shadows. Physical processes - Light - Shadows Learning Points Shadows are created when an object blocks the path of light. Opaque objects do not let any light through....
Wonderscape
Exploring Types of Waves: Transverse and Longitudinal
Learn about the different types of waves, including transverse and longitudinal waves. Understand how these waves move through different mediums and their properties. Discover the speed of sound and how it varies depending on the medium....
Curated Video
I WONDER - How Are Wave Used In Daily Life?
This video is answering the question of how are wave used in daily life.
Curated Video
GCSE Physics - Electromagnetic Waves #64
In this video we cover the following: - The 7 different types, and order, of the waves in the electromagnetic spectrum - The phrase ROYGBIV to help you remember the order of colours in the visible light spectrum - The inverse...
Curated Video
Wave Behavior
Wave Behavior investigates energy waves by defining and exploring examples of absorption, reflection, refraction, diffraction, scattering, and experiencing interference.