The catastrophic effects of the ‘Lunar Nodal Cycle’.

The Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcano's eruption in January 2022 was one of the largest ever captured on camera, with a massive ash cloud, over 200,000 lightning strikes, and a shockwave that traveled around the globe. The eruption had...

The video explores the fascinating characteristics of the Dead Sea, known for its high salt content and buoyancy. It highlights the unique experience of visiting this landlocked body of water, where swimming is impossible due to the...

Commercial airplanes typically fly between 32,000 feet and 38,000 feet, with the sweet spot being approximately 35,000 feet. One of the main reasons commercial airplanes fly so high is air resistance. You see, the higher you go above the...

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In 2005, New Orleans was struck by Hurricane Katrina. What defences did the city have to protect it? Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. New Orleans, Louisiana USA, straddles the Mississippi river and lies below sea level. New...

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The weather systems on our planet are all driven by one thing: air. Discover how our weather is driven by energy from the Sun, affecting the movement of air. Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Our weather is a chaotic and complex...

Witness the action at positive and negative altitudes as predators from above and below hunt millions of sardines off the coast of Africa. Maths - Number A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum....

Climate varies across the world, producing distinct climate zones. Discover the many factors that create these differences. Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Climate varies across the world. The world can be divided into six...

How climatologists use ice cores, cylindrical cones of ice drilled from glaciers, to reveal Earth's historical cycles of climate change. Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points. The Earth has natural, long cycles of climate. The...

Height above sea level or other reference point on the Earth's surface. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...

Venture to the world’s highest hospital, at Mount Everest's Base Camp.
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Learn about the construction and history of the Panama Canal.

Dive into the science behind roller coasters, exploring how friction and acceleration play crucial roles. Understand how friction converts energy into heat, impacting the coaster's motion, and learn how acceleration, influenced by...

Today, we delve into a crucial aspect of climate change - the melting of ice caps and how they impact sea levels.

In this hands-on science experiment, we simulate how melting land ice (ice on pebbles) and sea ice (ice in water)...

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey with Kathy Sullivan, a remarkable individual who holds the distinction of being the first person to both venture into space and reach the deepest point in the ocean. Join Kathy as she shares her...

This video introduces the viewer to the dynamic forces at play in rising sea levels. It touches briefly on climate change and how rising sea levels are impacting coastal communities.

According to Hindu legend, a mystical kingdom with 900 palaces made of gold was believed to have existed, with some claiming it to be located underwater off the coast of modern Dwarka, Western India. This ancient city, part of the Char...

After a day of difficult hiking, the entire team, including the sherpas, is exhausted. They decide to halt three hours before reaching their intended destination, setting up camp early so they do not risk hiking in the dark. They...

This video highlights the research efforts of glaciologist Jason Box and polar explorer John Helscher in studying the impact of melt water volume on Greenland's ice sheet. Their findings suggest that increased melt water production is...

This video explores the remote island of Greenland and its significance in understanding climate change. NASA scientists use advanced technology, such as GPS and radar, to monitor changes in the ice sheet and gather data on the Earth's...