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Understanding Ocean Currents and Their Impact on Climate
Delve into the fascinating world of ocean currents, from surface flows influenced by wind patterns to deep currents driven by water density. Learn about the crucial role of currents in regulating global climate and distributing nutrients...
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Exploring the Atmosphere: Earth's Protective Shield
Delve into the Earth's atmosphere, a vital layer of gases enveloping the planet. Learn about its composition, layers, and crucial role in regulating temperature and protecting life on Earth. Earth's Materials and Systems part 4
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The Dangers of Oil Spills
In 1993, a tanker experienced a major oil spill off the Shetland Islands. Despite efforts to contain the spill, severe weather conditions and the ship's structural damage led to the oil spreading uncontrollably. The spill threatened the...
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Big Ideas - Episode 12 - Tallest Buildings
The Chrysler Building, commissioned by the famous car manufacturer of the same name in the 1930 s, is, at 1048 ft, one of the world s tallest buildings. But it held its title as the world s tallest for only a year when the Empire State...
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Hot Air Ballooning: A Journey through History and Spectacle
Hot air ballooning, with a history spanning over 200 years, has evolved from paper balloons to modern nylon or dacron envelopes powered by propane gas burners. Pilots soar through the skies, relying on the wind for navigation and...
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Wind Power: a Key Step for Clean Energy
This video discusses the benefits and advancements of wind power as a clean and renewable source of electricity. It highlights Denmark's leadership in wind power, with the country producing over 20% of its electricity from wind turbines....
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Pyrotron: Exploring the Behavior of Forest Fires
The CSIRO is trying to learn more about fires like the ones that killed nearly 200 people on Black Saturday, and a new development called a Pyrotron, might just help them do that.
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The Battle of the Fighting Dinosaurs: Velociraptor vs. Protoceratops
Discover the intense encounter between a Velociraptor and a Protoceratops, preserved in fossil form. Learn how the Velociraptor's attack and the Protoceratops' powerful defense led to a dramatic, fatal struggle, unearthed millions of...
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Navigating History: Viking Longships and Their Maritime Mastery
Dive into the world of the Vikings and their iconic longships, marvels of ancient engineering that facilitated far-reaching raids and trade. This video reveals why these ships were crucial to Viking explorations and strategies,...
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Unraveling Ocean Mysteries: Giant Waves and Sea Monsters
This video dives into the mysteries of our oceans, exploring phenomena like gigantic waves and elusive sea creatures such as the giant squid. Experts explain how these enormous waves are formed, and what conditions allow them to reach...
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From Grain to Flour: Milling Through the Ages
Explore the journey of wheat as it transforms into flour, a staple in our diets. From ancient windmills to modern industrial mills, learn about the evolution of flour milling. This segment details the entire process, highlighting both...
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Storm Chasers: Unraveling the Mysteries of Lightning and Thunder
Join us as we delve into the electrifying world of storms, uncovering how lightning forms and the best ways to stay safe during a storm. Discover the science behind storm clouds and lightning, witness demonstrations of lightning rods and...
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Storm Preparedness in France: Innovations and Strategies
Discover how France has enhanced its storm preparedness since the devastating storms Lothar and Martin in 1999. This documentary explores advancements in meteorological forecasting, emergency response, and architectural resilience that...
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Blender to Unreal Engine - 3D Plants and Vegetation - Animating Our 3D Foliage
In this lesson, we will begin to bring our foliage to life. We will add a wind system with a turbulence force to get motion in our scene. This clip is from the chapter "Animating and Rendering In Blender Software" of the series "Blender...
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Exploring the unique world of Anthony Howe's kinetic sculptures
Discover Anthony Howe's journey as a kinetic wind sculptor on Orcas Island, creating unique sculptures that transform wind into art.
Great Big Story
Preserving the Ocracoke Brogue, a fading dialect on a North Carolina island
Discover the unique Ocracoke Brogue, a rare dialect from North Carolina's barrier island, threatened by modern influences and dwindling native speakers.
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How Does it Work? - Skyscraper
This video is explaining how skyscraper works for kids.
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Namibia's Eco-Friendly Desert Lodges
Nestled in Namibia's NamibRand Nature Reserve, a vast 90,000-hectare expanse of red sand, eco-designed lodges have been constructed with minimal environmental impact. Built on wooden stilts and powered by renewable energy, these lodges...
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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 Sustainable Lodging
Learn about sustainable, low-impact construction methods used to build an eco-lodge on Cholé Island in Tanzania. Anne and Jean de Villiers prioritized preserving the site's natural beauty and historical features while constructing their...
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Building a Green Future: New Residents Thrive on the Isle of Eigg
The Isle of Eigg has seen its population grow from 64 in 1997 to over 90, attracting many interested in its sustainable lifestyle. However, moving to the island requires individuals to find ways to support themselves. Owain and Laraine...
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Renewable Revolution: Harnessing Nature's Power
The Isle of Eigg leverages its unique weather conditions by using solar, wind, and hydro power to achieve nearly 100% renewable energy production. Managed by the community-based company Eigg Electric, the system stores energy in...
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Explaining Natural Resources
Dr. Forrester provides information about the variety of natural resources on our planet. She explains how some of those resources are renewable, such as water, sun, and wind, while others are nonrenewable, such as oil, natural gas, and...
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Amazing Plant Adaptations
Dr. Forrester teaches about the number of amazing plant adaptations.