Crash Course Kids
Over (to) The Moon
Sabrina gets a new set in this episode of Crash Course Kids. Do you want to be an astronaut? Would you like to someday walk on the moon? Well, you better learn a little about gravity so you can escape from Earth and head into space....
MinuteEarth
Why Water Dissolves (Almost) Everything
Water can dissolve more substances than anything else on earth...so why doesn't it dissolve everything away?
SciShow
The Scientist Who Mapped the Seafloor: Marie Tharp | Great Minds
Marie Tharp's topographical maps increased our understanding of both the ocean floor and the processes that move the earth's crust.
SciShow
IDTIMWYTIM Centrifugal Force
In this edition of IDTIMWYTIM, Hank addresses the so-called centrifugal force, and explains why you really mean centripetal force.
Bozeman Science
Photosynthesis Lab Walkthrough
Mr. Andersen shows you how to sink leaf chads in preparation for the AP Biology photosynthesis lab. An empty syringe is used to remove gas from the leaves before the lab. As the chloroplasts absorb light they produce oxygen bubbles which...
Bozeman Science
Thermodynamics and P-V Diagrams
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the First Law of Thermodynamics applies to an ideal gas in a piston. A pressure-volume graph can be used to determine the type of thermodynamic process. Included is a discussion of and P-V diagram...
Bozeman Science
Magnetic Field of a Wire
In this video Paul Andersen explains how current moving through a wire will generate a magnetic field tangent to the wire. As the current increases the magnetic field will increase and as the radius from the wire increase the magnitude...
Bozeman Science
Finding Stomata
Paul Andersen shows you how to find stomata in a dicot and monocot leaf using finger nail polish and transparent tape. A microscope is required to actually see the stomata.
SciShow Kids
The Sticky Balloon Trick! Physics for Kids
Sometimes science can look a lot like magic! This week, Jessi will show you how to make a balloon stick to the wall; no tape required! Stick around to learn how she did it and the science that makes the trick work! Abracadabra!
SciShow Kids
Why Roller Coasters Are Awesome!
Jessi and Squeaks are at the fair, and Jessi is excited to go on the roller coaster! But before they get on, Squeaks wants to know how roller coasters work.
SciShow Kids
How To Build a Sheet Fort!
Want to learn how to make a super secret hide-out? Jessi shows you how a bedsheet, some books -- and a little bit of science -- can be used to make an awesome fort!
SciShow
What If Earth Picked Up a Second Moon?
We owe a lot to our moon. Beautiful moonlit walks, higher tides, and regular seasons - all are made possible by our little rocky friend. But what would happen if we picked up a second moon?
Bozeman Science
PS2C - Stability and Instability in Physical Systems
Paul Andersen explains how physical systems remain stable and unstable over time. The sum total of interactions acting on the system determine its stability. Feedback loops are used to maintain stability but require energy. If the energy...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Can you solve the multiverse rescue mission riddle? - Daniel Finkel
A bug in the superconductor system has trapped your team in 11 separate dimensions. Can you get them back home safely? -- It was a normal Tuesday at the superconductor, until a bug in the system caused your team to be trapped in 11...
Bozeman Science
Half-Life and Radioactive Decay
In this video Paul Andersen explains how a radioactive nuclei can decay by releasing an alpha, beta, or gamma particle. The exact moment of decay for each nuclei can not be determined but probability is useful in predicting the...
SciShow Kids
How to Build a Pillow Fort!
Learn how to build a pillow fort with the help of the force called compression. Just save some room for us!
SciShow Kids
We Made These Magnets Float in the Air!
Jessi and Squeaks are working on an experiment: Making an ordinary magnet float in the air! Next Generation Science Standards: NGSS Performance Expectations: 3-PS2-3: Ask questions to determine cause and effect relationships of electric...
SciShow Kids
Turtle Travel Tips: How Magnets Can Help Us Navigate | Magnetoreception
When people travel a long distance, they'll usually use a map. But there are lots of animals that travel really long distances, too, and they can't use maps... so how do they not get lost? Our friend Dr. Turtleman calls in to explain!...
Bozeman Science
Forces
Forces are pushes or pulls on an object. Forces can be determined by measuring the motion of an object. If an object accelerates then a force is present.
Bozeman Science
Acids, Bases, and pH
Paul Andersen explains pH as the power of hydrogen. He explains how increases in the hydronium ion (or hydrogen ion) concentration can lower the pH and create acids. He also explains how the reverse is true. An analysis of a strong acid...
Bozeman Science
The Secret of Life
Paul Andersen explains how the central dogma of biology explains life on our planet. He starts with a brief discussion of common characteristics of all life. He then explains how DNA is used to make proteins which in turn make you. He...
SciShow Kids
Where Did Earth Come From?
Earth is a huge planet full of incredible sights and amazing creatures! But have you ever wondered where the Earth came from in the first place? Well, by looking at other stars and planets, scientists think they have a pretty good idea!
Bozeman Science
Metallic Bonding
In this video Paul Andersen explains how metallic bonding structure creates the different properties of metals. The electron sea model explains how the positive nuclei are locked into a negative sea of delocalized electrons. This sharing...