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Reducing Friction: Speed is the Rate of Motion
Did you know that speed is the rate of motion? Physical processes - Force and motion - Reducing friction Learning Points Force causes an object to move. The size of the force acting upon an object affects its speed. A Twig Tidbit Film -...
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Friction – Clip
How do birds land on water? Discover how they create and use resistance in order to slow and stop on water. Physical processes - Force and motion - Friction Learning Points Water resistance is a type of a friction. A Twig Tidbit Film -...
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Action and reaction – Clip
Find out how the lack of air resistance within the vacuum of space is an important factor in space exploration. Physical processes - Force and motion - Action and reaction Learning Points There is no air resistance in the vacuum of...
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Reducing Friction: How Water Makes You Slide Faster
Did you know that the constant flow of water reduces friction and makes you go faster down waterslides? Physical processes - Force and motion - Reducing friction Learning Points Lubricants are substances that reduce friction. A Twig...
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Series and parallel circuits – What happens next?
Two bulbs are added to a series circuit ... what happens next? Physical processes -Electricity and magnetism - Series and parallel circuits A Twig Tidbit Film - What happens next? A short section of film is played and the children have...
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What is Electricity? - Power Basics
Explore in simple terms what electricity is, how it is created and how it travels to our homes. Physical processes - Electricity and magnetism - Electricity Learning Points Electricity is a form of energy. Electricity is the flow of...
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Streamlining
Discover how streamlining can reduce an object's air or water resistance. Physical processes -Force and motion - Reducing friction Learning Points Streamlining is the creation of a shape that reduces resistance and friction. Streamlining...
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Series circuits
Find out how to construct a series circuit. Physical processes - Electricity and magnetism - Series and parallel circuits Learning Points Series circuits connect components along a single path. Greater amounts of components in a circuit...
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The dangers of electricity
Find out what happens to a farmer who becomes part of an electrical circuit. Physical processes - Electricity and magnetism - Conductors and dangers of electricity Learning Points People can conduct electricity. Conductors are materials...
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Conductors and insulators
Find out what the difference is between a conductor and an insulator. Physical processes - Electricity and magnetism - Conductors and dangers of electricity Learning Points Conductors are materials that allow the flow of electricity....
Flipping Physics
Inductors vs. Resistors: Exploring the Fundamental Differences
Join us as we delve into the intricacies of resistance, resistors, resistivity, inductance, self-inductance, and inductors. Billy kicks things off by clarifying the differences between resistance, a concept; resistors, physical elements;...
Bedtime History
Nancy Wake For Kids
Learn about Nancy Wake, the brave spy and soldier who helped lead the Allies and French Resistance to victory during World War 2.
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Force and Motion: Law of levers
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Discover the relation between law of levers and conservation of effort.9561
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Force and Motion: Types of Levers
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Explain the different types of levers.9553
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Physical Properties of the Electric Current: Ohm's Law
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Explain the electric resistance rule.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Frank Abe - We Hereby Refuse: Japanese American Resistance to Wartime Incarceration
We Hereby Refuse: Japanese American Resistance to Wartime Incarceration" is a graphic novel by Frank AB that explores the stories of three Japanese Americans who resisted the U.S. government's unjust incarceration during World War II....
One Minute History
197 - Geronimo - One Minute History
March 5, 1851 - four hundred Mexican soldiers led by Colonel José María Carrasco attack an Apache camp in the state of Chihuahua. Among the slain are the mother, wife and three children of Goyahkla - the one who yawns - the Native...
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Strength, Flexibility, and Pain Tolerance: Exploring Gender Differences in Physical Capabilities
Investigate the physiological differences between men and women regarding strength, flexibility, and pain tolerance. Using athletes as examples, delve into how body composition, muscle mass, and hormonal influences dictate these...
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Unpacking the Future: The Evolution of Luggage
Dive into the evolution of luggage from bulky trunks to sleek, high-tech suitcases. This video explores the fascinating transformation over the centuries, showcasing the innovative materials and designs that make modern travel more...
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Debunking Viral Video Mysteries: The Science Behind the Sensations
Dive into the world of viral videos where breathtaking feats challenge belief. From a wingsuit flyer allegedly landing on water without a parachute to a teenager sending a toy to the stratosphere, we explore the science that supports or...
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The Tempest and Post-Colonial Theory: Calilban and Decolonization
This video delves into the nuanced portrayal of Caliban in Shakespeare's "The Tempest" and its implications for postcolonial criticism. By examining the ways Prospero's authority subverts Caliban's humanity, the analysis opens a...
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Bioclimatic Living in a Yurt-Inspired Home
Visit an unusual, yurt-inspired home in France. This structure was built using local, natural materials and following a bioclimatic approach. The round structure, designed with architect Virginie Farges, provides aerodynamic efficiency...
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Building Local: Sustainable Wood Construction
In Corrèze, the decision to build using local wood is logical due to the region's extensive lumber industry, stemming from a post-World War II reforestation program. The Limousin Forest, primarily composed of Douglas fir, provides wood...
The Guardian
Legacy of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence reflect on the difficult and tragic years of the AIDS epidemic, recounting the pain of lossing friends. They express anger towards the government's handling of the crisis and the lack of support. They...