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Apoptosis
Programmed cell death, which is the body's normal method of disposing of damaged, unwanted, or unneeded cells. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Blastocyst
An early stage in the development of a mammalian embryo, consisting of a hollow ball of cells that will later form the embryo and the placenta. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...
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Amniotic fluid
A clear, yellowish fluid that surrounds the developing foetus in the amniotic sac within the mother's womb. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Zygote
The cell produced by the fusion of an egg and a sperm at fertilisation. The zygote contains DNA from both the male and female parents, providing all the genetic information required for a new individual. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key...
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Uterus
Also known as the womb, the uterus is a pear-shaped, hollow, muscular organ in mammals. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
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Fertilisation - Fusion of Sex Cells
The fusion of two sex cells to create a new organism. 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 abstract...
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Conception
Another word for fertilisation - when two sex cells combine to create a new organism. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
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Foetus
The stage of development an organism goes through inside the womb, following the initial development of the embryo. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Factpack: Twins
Find out how twins can be different, and how this is determined at the time of conception. Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab...
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Factpack: Pregnancy Timeline
See what's happening during different stages of pregnancy, as the baby changes from conception to birth. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use...
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Contraception: Barrier Methods
Discover how barrier methods of contraception can not only prevent pregnancy but stop the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Barrier method contraceptives prevent the sperm from reaching...
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Birth
A guide to how the mother and baby's bodies change and cope with labour - the most challenging and potentially dangerous phase of pregnancy. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. In the weeks leading up to birth, the mother's body...
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Chemical Contraception
Introducing the basic principles upon which all chemical methods of contraception work, and how the methods of delivery vary. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. There are many chemical methods designed to prevent pregnancy....
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Medical Marvels: Ultrasound
Born out of research into RADAR in World War Two, ultrasound has become one of the most important medical inventions. What is it, and how does it work? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Ultrasound was developed by Ian Donald in...
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Life Cycle Nutrition
From newborn babies to the elderly, changes to our diet at are vital as our age progresses. Find out how different nutrients help our bodies function at different stages in life. Biology - Healthy Living - Our nutritional needs change as...
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Contraception: History of the Pill
Chart the history of the oral contraceptive - 'the Pill' - from its inception to its modern day prevalence. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The oral contraceptive pill is one of the most popular and reliable methods of...
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Pregnancy
The carrying of one or more developing foetuses in the womb of a female, from conception to birth. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig...
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Cervix
The lower end of the uterus, where it joins and protrudes into the upper end of the vagina. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
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¿Qué es el Ciclo Menstrual?
Las mujeres, generalmente entre los 12 y 50 años, pasan por un ciclo mensual en el cual su útero se prepara para un embarazo; se prepara para que un óvulo fertilizado se asiente y crezca hasta convertirse en un bebé. Si no ocurre el...
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Early Years of Marriage and the Children of Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII
At first, Catherine and Henry VIII enjoyed a happy and affectionate marriage, and Catherine quickly became pregnant. However, a series of difficult miscarriages and stillbirths overshadowed their early years together. Despite these...
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What Does Dirty Dancing Have To Do With Abortion?
This program is a production of Plum Studios and the Center for Asian American Media (CAAM).
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The Secret Life of the Fetus: Sensory Experiences Before Birth
Uncover the fascinating sensory world of the fetus during its time in the womb. From the first stirrings of movement to developing taste preferences influenced by maternal diet, this video reveals how fetuses actively experience their...
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Sweet Science: Exploring Our Love for Sugar and Pastries
Dive into the fascinating world of sugar cravings and discover why we find it hard to resist sweet delights like eclairs, cakes, and tarts. This video explores the neurological and genetic factors that make sugar so irresistible,...
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Is Tylenol Safe During Pregnancy?
We’ve got new and improved data on the relationship between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and diagnoses of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability in offspring. Have we been right or wrong to recommend it during pregnancy?