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China Launched 'Space Breeding Experiments' On Country's First Reusable Test Satellite
China’s Shijian-19 rocket launched the test satellite. It was used for “space breeding experiments” using plant seeds, according to China Central Television. The reusable satellite returned to Earth and landed in the north China. Credit:...
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Jersey Proud: NASA gives New Jersey 2 ‘Artemis Moon Trees’
The seeds of these trees traveled aboard Artemis 1 – a mission to the moon two years ago
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Growing Grass from Seedling Kits
While at the tool shop the other day we found these amazing grass head kits. Leo and Stella got to plant, cut and style little cat and dog grass pots :) Such a great little project!
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The Majestic Giants: Redwoods and Giant Sequoias
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of redwood and giant sequoia trees. Discover how these majestic giants, the tallest and largest living things on Earth, thrive in their unique environments. Learn about their incredible...
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Fatty acids
Fatty acids are vital for energy, cell structure, and managing inflammation. Discover their types and functions in the human body. Whether it's saturated, unsaturated, or the crucial omega-3s, we break down how these molecules influence...
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New Applications for Technology: Aneurysm Detection and Allergy-Free Food
Researchers at the University of Warwick have developed innovative applications for technology in the medical field. They have used photoelastic stress analysis to determine the physical strain on artery walls caused by aneurysms,...
Visual Learning Systems
Organisms and Interactions
In this video students will explore the interaction between living things and their environment. They will learn how to create an experiment where they use seeds to see how they are impacted by air, light, and water. This program...
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Why Tree Planting Campaigns Don’t Work
In 2019, a Turkey tree planting campaign set a world record. Three months later, 90% of those saplings were dead. Planting trees to replace old-growth forests is a common solution, but it typically does not solve the problem. With...
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Growing Bean Sprouts - Part 1
Learn about how seeds sprout into plants, and find out if it is possible to grow bean sprouts without soil!
0:00 – Introduction
0:17 – What you need
0:45 – Explanation
2:54 – Safety
3:03 – Growing Bean Sprouts Setup 1
3:44 – Growing...
Science ABC
What is the Fibonacci Sequence & the Golden Ratio? Simple Explanation and Examples in Everyday Life
The Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers in which a given number is the addition of the two numbers before it. So, if you start with 0, the next number will be 1, followed by 1, followed by 2, followed by 3 and so on. As you can...
Science ABC
Is a Coconut a Nut, Seed or Fruit?
A coconut is all of these: a seed, a fruit, and a nut! Coconut is a seed because it is the reproductive part of the tree, coconut is a fruit because it is a fibrous one-seeded drupe, and coconut is a nut because a loose definition of a...
Science ABC
Germination: How Does A Seed Become A Plant?
Seed grow into plants through the process of germination. Germination requires optimum sunlight, temperature, water and air for the seed to turn into a plant. Isn’t it amazing that a tree as tall as a building can emerge from just a tiny...
Food Farmer Earth
Katrina Blair Discusses the Wild Wisdom of Weeds: Essential Plants for Human Survival
Dive into Katrina Blair's insights on how wild weeds can be both food and medicine, aiding in human survival and environmental health. Discover the untapped potential of these resilient plants found across all human-inhabited continents.
Food Farmer Earth
Alan Kapuler: Advancing Public Domain Plant Breeding and Sustainable Agriculture
Explore the transformative approach of Alan Kapuler towards agriculture, focusing on seed saving, the ethics of plant breeding, and his commitment to enhancing biodiversity through public domain genetics.
Food Farmer Earth
Alan Kapuler: Championing Open Source Plant Breeding for Public Good
Learn about Alan Kapuler’s pioneering efforts in open source plant breeding. Discover how he advocates for a collaborative approach to seed sharing and plant variety development, fostering a community that supports ecological diversity...
Food Farmer Earth
Alan Kapuler: Reflections from an Organic Seed Breeder and Pioneer in Organic Farming
Discover Alan Kapuler’s approach to gardening and life, from his early days in a commune to his extensive botanical research and practical gardening techniques. Learn how his dedication to diversity and sustainability shapes his view of...
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Carbon dating
A scientific dating method widely used in archaeology to estimate the age of any organic material, such as wood, seeds, or animal remains. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...
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Angiosperm
Flowering plants, or more precisely plants whose seeds are enclosed in a fleshy fruit, rather than being naked at pollination. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and...
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Omega-3
A type of unsaturated fatty acid, essential for human health. 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...
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Niche
The position or role of a species within a particular ecosystem. 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...
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Sexual Reproduction in Plants
Discover the parts of plants necessary for reproduction, and the methods by which pollen is carried between flowers. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Plants reproduce in various ways. Sexual reproduction occurs using male and female...
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Plant life cycle
How does a tiny seed turn into a full-grown plant? Take a closer look at the life cycle of a plant. Living things - Amazing plants - Plant life cycle Learning Points Plants have a life cycle. Plants grow from seed, to seedling, to...
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Chocolate
Find out how cocoa beans from the cocoa tree are turned into chocolate. Living things - Amazing plants - Plant uses Learning Points Chocolate comes from a plant called the cocoa tree. A Twig Junior Film - Core science concepts explained...
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Seed dispersal
Find out how the amazing Brunsvigia plant uses the wind to spread its seeds. Living things - Amazing plants - Plant life cycle Learning Points Plants grow from seed, to seedling, to full-grown plants that can make seeds. Plants spread...