This animation provides background on coronaviruses and COVID-19. The animations shows what happens inside the body when someone gets COVID-19, the novel coronavirus.

"Surprisingly, he's really strong, even though he looks nice and cute," said resident Veterinarian Matt Kinney at San Diego Zoo.

This video highlights the amazing capabilities of plants and the importance of photosynthesis in sustaining life on Earth. It also explains the process of human respiration, detailing the intricate structure of the lungs and the role of...

Have you ever wondered what are ct scans used for? And how do they work? In this video, we will be answering all the lingering questions you may have about this popular medical imaging technique.
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In this video, the Amazon rainforest is explored as a vital contributor to our planet's oxygen production, earning it the nickname "the lungs of the Earth." The video highlights the Amazon's diverse ecosystem, its heavy reliance on...

This video highlights the potential link between migraines and a small hole in the heart. It explores how repairing this defect could potentially alleviate the debilitating headaches experienced by half of the million people in Britain...

Toyota has joined the ranks of Honda and Sony in unveiling a humanoid robot with a personal touch. Standing at 1.2m tall, this bipedal robot can actually play the trumpet, showcasing the capabilities of Toyota's research into robotics....

This video explores the often overlooked connection between air pollution and mental health. We'll delve into the latest research, discussing how toxins in the air can affect your mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being. Learn...

Prolongaciones diminutas, como pelitos, que se encuentran en la superficie de una célula y ondean al unísono para producir movimiento. <br/<br/>>

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Smoking in teens not only leads to addiction but also poses both immediate and long-term health risks. Learn about the many harmful effects of smoking from coughing and shortness of breath to cancers and coronary heart disease....

The respiratory system is composed of the nose or nasal cavity, the pharynx, the larynx, the trachea, the bronchi, and the lungs. The respiratory system's functions are gaseous exchange, inhaling oxygen and exhaling out carbon dioxide,...

Fishes survive underwater pressure as they do not breathe through their lungs. Therefore, they do not have air pockets that can be compressed due to the high pressures. However, fish arent the only creatures found at such incredible...

The circulatory system is a vast, complex network of blood vessels that serve as highways for transporting blood which contains life-sustaining molecules, such as nutrients, gasses, hormones and waste products, to the various organs of...

Sitting for long periods can cause blood clots due to impeded flow of blood. Sitting without moving much can cause the blood to clot according to the effects of gravity. This doesn’t happen during sleep since we do move our bodies during...

Laughter is universal and unifying; it helps break the ice and is notoriously contagious. If you see a person or group of people laughing, the odds are high that you might also join the laughter train. Laughing along helps us cope with...

Breathing faster or deeper than necessary. It can happen voluntarily, or as a result of panic or excitement, or due to a medical condition.
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A substance in which the concentration of oxygen is elevated is said to be oxygenated.
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Microscopic air sacs in the lungs where gas exchange takes place between blood and the atmosphere.
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A clear, yellowish fluid that surrounds the developing foetus in the amniotic sac within the mother's womb.
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The two large tubes that branch from the single windpipe, or trachea, to carry air to and from the lungs.
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The chemical reaction that takes place in all living cells to release energy from glucose.
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Also called epinephrine, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, which are found just above the kidneys.
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Find out out your lungs work, how you breathe and just how hard they work in your lifetime...
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In medicine and biology, a distinct part of the body that performs a specialised function, such as the lungs, heart, liver or kidneys.
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