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Lichen: Indicator Species
Lichens exist in extreme environments where other life struggles to survive. But these tough species cannot tolerate pollution, and reflect the health of ecosystems. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. Lichens are organisms that can...
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Terminal Velocity
If a skydiver jumps out of a plane, when will they stop accelerating? Competing physical forces hold the answer. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Terminal velocity is the maximum constant velocity. Terminal velocity increases with...
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Root Hairs
Find out how remarkable adaptations allow the spinifex plant to thrive in the desert. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Root hairs are specially adapted to suit their role. Root hairs increase the surface area of the roots for...
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The Pacific Flyer
How Richard Branson's team created the world's largest hot air balloon in order to undertake a daring crossing of the Pacific Ocean. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s...
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Why Are Eggs Egg-Shaped?
The structural soundness of ovoids and the added properties that make them the ideal shape to hold life in the natural world. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s math films...
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The Power of the Sun
How do we know how powerful the Sun's energy is from here on Earth? Measuring the surface area of an imaginary giant sphere holds the answer. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum....
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Bees and Their Hives
What is it about hexagons that makes them the perfect building blocks for beehives? Discover why they are the best use of space. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s math...
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Agar Cube Diffusion
We use coloured agar cubes to see how different shapes change the rate of diffusion. The cubes are made using sodium hydroxide and phenolphthalein indicator to give them a pink colour. When these are added to hydrochloric acid, the...
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Volume: Counting Stars
How many stars are there in the Universe? Astronomers calculate it the same way they would grains of sand on a beach... using volume. Maths - Measurement A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum....
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Skydiving
Find out how air resistance allows skydivers to land safely even from the greatest heights. Physical processes -Force and motion - Friction Learning Points Air resistance is a type of friction. Terminal velocity occurs when the forces of...
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Solving Two Equations of First Degree in Two Variables Graphically and Algebraically: The Omitting and Substitution Methods
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Use the omitting and substitution methods to solve the two first degree equations together.
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Mastering Rocket Stability and Control
Explore the intricacies of rocket stability and control. This part delves into the roles of rocket fins, the center of gravity, and the center of pressure, essential for maintaining a rocket's path and safety during flight. Physics of...
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The Forces Behind Rocket Launches
Unpack the forces that propel rockets beyond Earth's atmosphere. This segment breaks down the concepts of thrust, weight, and drag, explaining their interplay in achieving successful rocket launches. Learn how engineers optimize rocket...
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The CISO Masterclass - Part 3 - Technology
This video delves into the crucial role of technology in a CISO's responsibilities and how to effectively leverage it for cybersecurity.
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Nets of 3D Shapes GCSE Questions
This video provides some typical GCSE exam style practice questions on the topic of nets of 3D shapes. We also explain how the marks are awarded for each question.
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GCSE Maths Questions Mixed Topics Part Two
This video provides more GCSE Maths exam practice questions on a variety of topics, such as bearings, nets and solving equations.
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CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - CPU Cooling
While anything that uses electricity generates some heat, no other piece of hardware in our PC generates more heat than the CPU. Keeping temperatures under control is one of the keys to a system's longevity. Let's beat the heat and learn...
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Finding Surface Area of a Rectangular Prism
In this math video we will be finding the surface area of a rectangular prism. We will begin by understanding that surface area is the sum of the areas of all the faces of the shape. We will identify the six faces of the given net of a...
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Improve Reaction Speed :Temperature and Catalysts
Influence of Temperature & Catalyst on Rate of Reaction - N2O5 dissociation, Role of MnO2 catalyst,influence of surface area of zinc catalyst. 3 Factors influencing Rate of Reaction part 1
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How to Find the Surface Area of Rectangular Prisms
In this video, the teacher demonstrates two methods for finding the surface area of a rectangular prism: creating a net by unfolding the prism and calculating the area of each face, or using a formula involving the area of the base and...
Institute of Human Anatomy
The TRUTH About Gluten
In this video, Justin from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses how the various gluten proteins interact with the digestive tract, including in those with gluten sensitivities.
Institute of Human Anatomy
How Dangerous Are Belly Flops?
In this video, Justin from the Institute of Human Anatomy, with the use of the cadavers, discusses what makes belly flops so dangerous.
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What is Diffusion? How Does it Work? What Factors Affect it? #7
This video covers - What diffusion is - How it works - How it applies to cell membranes - The 3 factors that affect the rate of diffusion (concentration gradient, temperature, surface area) Exam board specific info: KS3 All relevant to...
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GCSE Physics - Terminal Velocity #55
This video covers: - The concept of terminal resistance - What affects air resistance - The link between resultant force and acceleration General info: - Suitable for all GCSE and IGCSE courses - See below for whether it is higher or...