Dive into the fascinating world of fluid flow with this introduction to the four conditions of ideal fluid flow: nonviscous, incompressible, steady, and irrotational. Learn how these principles simplify the complex motions of fluids and...

Learn how the speed of an ideal fluid changes when it flows through a pipe with varying cross-sectional areas. In this fun and engaging video, we apply the continuity equation for volumetric flow rate and solve a problem step-by-step....

The plasma membrane is a complex structure made up of macromolecules that come together to form a fluid mosaic. In this video, we will look at the structure, properties and functions of the fluid mosaic model.

The plasma membrane or cell membrane is an intricate structure made of macromolecules that work together to protect the cell. Think of it as the security guard of the cell - letting important substances in, and letting others out.

This video explains the cracking or popping noise that occurs when we crack our knuckles or other joints. It reveals that the sound is caused by gas bubbles being released between the joints and that this happens because of the movement...

Join the adventure as participants learn how to fall safely while mountain biking. Equipped with protective gear and guided by experts, they explore the techniques and science behind preventing injuries. Discover the role of...

Why do dunes sing? Head into the mysterious world of sand with host Joe Hanson! Along the way we meet Dr. Melany Hunt and Dr. Nathalie Vriend who solved the longstanding mystery of why dunes sing.

In part 2 of a 3 part discussion on fluid diffusion, Dr. Boyd explains and demonstrates the effect of temperature on diffusion. Minute 0:30 – Introduction Minute 0:41 – What you need Minute 0:54 – Explanation Minute 1:47 – Safety Minute...

It takes a very steady hand to execute the "shot glass on shot glass" maneuver Dr. Boyd pulls off...twice. Find out how this helps explain fluid diffusion and fluid density in this cool video! Minute 0:30 – Introduction Minute 0:52 –...

Slime is all the rage with kids these days. One common form of slime is known as Oobleck. Oobleck happens to be a non-Newtonian fluid. Join Dr. Boyd in making Oobleck, and learning what it means to be a non-Newtonian fluid. Minute 0:30 –...

Dr. Boyd explains what a thermometer is, the units that temperature is measured in, and how to properly read a thermometer. Then he demonstrates a thermometer in action in hot and cold conditions. Minute 0:30 – Introduction Minute 0:55 –...

The difference between sex and gender is that sex is a biological concept based on biological characteristics such as difference in genitalia in male and female. Gender on the other hand, primarily deals with personal, societal and...

The lymphatic system consists of a complex network of lymphatic vessels, glands or nodes, and organs, such as the spleen and thymus, extending throughout the body. Through it flows a fluid called lymph. The lymphatic system has three...

Whether fish get thirsty depends on the fish you look at. Fish that live in freshwater have different physiology to deal with their environment than fish in salty seawater. These physiological differences dictate whether fish need to...

In a well-known TV show, a team of experts conducted an experiment to determine the effectiveness of water as a shield against bullets. They used different types of firearms, such as a 9mm pistol, shotgun, M1 Garand semi-automatic...

Although in its worst form, turbulence may scare passengers to the point where they start praying, it’s very, very rare for turbulence to be powerful enough to actually bring a plane down. Based on severity, airplane turbulence is often...

The curved shape of an aircraft wing, known as a winglet, helps to reduce the amount of drag created by the wingtip vortices. Since the 1980s, winglets have been a major part of future aircraft designs. For some old aircraft, winglets...

Archimedes principle states that if an object is submerged in a fluid, then the buoyant force acting on it is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by that object. Buoyant force exists because pressure increases as an object goes...

Usually referring to a pocket of liquid within the cytoplasm of a cell, which is used to enclose and transport chemicals.
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A clear, yellowish fluid that surrounds the developing foetus in the amniotic sac within the mother's womb.
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The transfer of heat in a fluid by movement of the fluid itself.
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The physical separation of a solid from a fluid carrier, either gas or liquid, by passing it through a medium that blocks particles above a certain size.
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The spread of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.
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The upper layers of the Earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle, as opposed to the more fluid lower mantle and core.
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