SciShow
Unexpected Ways Scientists Use GPS
GPS devices aren't just for keeping you from driving into a lake. They're also helping lots of scientists in unexpected ways.
SciShow
Why We Can't Predict Earthquakes
Earthquakes have the power to devastate entire communities—a little advanced notice could make a world of difference with an impending earthquake. So why can't they be predicted? Join Rose Bear Don't Walk for a new episode of SciShow,...
SciShow
Are We Overdue for a Megaquake?
If you live in the U.S. you may have heard that the Pacific Northwest is supposedly overdue for an earthquake of colossal, devastating proportions. If that’s true, how can we better understand the threat and be prepared for the day it...
SciShow
1,284 New Exoplanets, and Tsunamis on Mars!
Using a new technique, astronomers with the Kepler space telescope have confirmed a whole bunch of new exoplanets. And other astronomers have announced that mega-tsunamis were probably involved in shaping Mars' terrain.
SciShow
Tsunamis... From the Sky?
Scientists have developed reliable early warning systems for tsunamis caused by earthquakes. The problem is, earthquakes aren't the only things that cause tsunamis.
SciShow
Rogue Waves
For a long time, rogue waves (defined as waves that are greater than twice the height of surrounding waves) were thought to be a myth, like mermaids or the kraken, but recent developments in satellite imagery and oceanic instruments now...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How tsunamis work - Alex Gendler
The immense swell of a tsunami can grow up to 100 feet, hitting speeds over 500 mph -- a treacherous combination for anyone or anything in its path. Alex Gendler details the causes of these towering terrors and explains how scientists...
SciShow Kids
Tsunamis: The Biggest Waves
Most waves are very small, but every once in a while, they can be really extreme!
Curated Video
Scientists Solve the Mystery of a 300-Year-Old Megaquake
New ReviewThe 1700 Cascadia earthquake and tsunami was a massive natural disaster that reshaped the Pacific Northwest. Through tree rings, soil layers, and international collaboration, scientists have pieced together the exact timing of the event....
Wonderscape
Tsunami Preparedness: Early Warning Systems and Evacuation Strategies
science kids biggest tsunamis of all time - and the science behind them V1-0004 In the event of an earthquake while at or near the beach, the immediate steps to take would be to move quickly to higher ground away from the coast,...
Wonderscape
The Power and Formation of Tsunamis: Nature's Unstoppable Force
science kids biggest tsunamis of all time - and the science behind them V1-0001 A tsunami is a massive wave caused by underwater disturbances like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, traveling at jet plane speeds and reaching heights as...
Wonderscape
Alaska's Record-Breaking Tsunamis: The Unforgettable Forces of Nature
science kids biggest tsunamis of all time - and the science behind them V1-0002 This video explores the history of some of the tallest tsunamis ever recorded, focusing on the remote fjords of Alaska where massive waves have reached...
Wonderscape
Devastating Tsunamis: Unforgettable Moments in History
science kids biggest tsunamis of all time - and the science behind them V1-0003 This video explores some of the most devastating tsunamis in history, including those caused by natural events like volcanic eruptions and earthquakes, as...
Wonderscape
Modern Volcanic Eruptions: Tonga
The Tonga eruption in January 2022 was the most powerful volcanic explosion of the 21st century so far, sending ash 36 miles into the sky and creating tsunamis up to 65 feet high. The eruption was so strong that it caused a sonic boom...
Curated Video
What's the One Thing You Can Do To Survive a Tsunami?
While tsunamis happen all over the world, really big ones are rare. But, they can be truly devastating. And what’s more, the West Coast of North America is overdue for a subduction zone earthquake and tsunami that has the potential to be...
Curated Video
Extinción masiva: los dinosaurios
Han pasado 65 millones de años desde la extinción de los dinosaurios; ¿qué la provocó? Escucha los razonamientos de los gradualistas y los catastrofistas.
Twig - Biología - La adaptación y evolución - La extinción
Claves de...
Curated Video
Los tsunamis
Los tsunamis son enormes masas de agua en movimiento que se transforman en monstruosas olas al alcanzar la costa. ¿Qué los provoca y cómo aumentan de tamaño para volverse tan peligrosos?
Twig - Ciencias de la Tierra - Geología - Los...
Curated Video
Tsunami
Tsunamis are huge volumes of moving water that become monstrous waves when they hit the coast. What causes them and how do they grow to be so dangerous? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Tsunamis are massive volumes of moving...
Wonderscape
The Catastrophic End of the Dinosaurs
Discover how the age of dinosaurs, which lasted 165 million years, came to an abrupt end 65 million years ago. Learn about the massive asteroid impact on the Yucatan Peninsula and how the resulting shockwaves, tsunamis, and global...
Curated Video
Natural Disasters
Natural Disasters lists, defines, and provides examples of various types of natural disasters, including: tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, volcanic eruptions, blizzards, and wildfires.
Curated Video
I WONDER - Where Are Tectonic Plates Located?
This video is answering the question of where are tectonic plates located.
Let's Tute
The Science of Tsunamis: How They Occur and How to Survive Them
This video explains the science behind tsunamis, including their causes and how they can be predicted. It also provides tips on how to survive a tsunami, such as seeking higher ground and staying away from downed power lines and debris.
Curated Video
Exploring the Power of Volcanoes
This video provides a brief overview of volcanoes, explaining how they are formed and the various effects of volcanic eruptions. It also highlights the importance of monitoring and studying volcanoes to minimize the hazards they pose,...