SciShow
The Horrifying Truth About Swimmer's Itch
Also known as cercarial dermatitis, swimmer’s itch is more than just an annoying rash…
Crash Course Kids
Water Water Everywhere
So you know about Freshwater and Saltwater now and you know that there's not that much Freshwater for us (and other life) to get to. So how do different animals deal with different amounts of water where they live? In this episode of...
SciShow
These Mysterious Lakes Disappeared...and Came Back
Around the world, there are lakes that disappear without warning. Then, even stranger, they come back! This can happen for lots of different reasons, and the fact that they vanish and reappear reveals some surprising connections.
Bozeman Science
Stickleback Evolution
Paul Andersen describes microevolution and macroevolution in the stickleback fish of Loberg Lake. He describes how anadramous fish repopulated the lake after poisoning and adapted to the new environment through natural selection. He also...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: What's so great about the Great Lakes? - Cheri Dobbs and Jennifer Gabrys
The North American Great Lakes - Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior - are so big that they border 8 states and contain 23 quadrillion liters of water. They span forest, grassland, and wetland habitats, supporting a region...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The Romans flooded the Colosseum for sea battles - Janelle Peters
Starting in 80 CE, residents of Rome and visitors from across the Roman Empire would fill the stands of the Colosseum to see gladiators duel, animals fight and chariots race around the arena. And for the grand finale, water poured into...
SciShow
8 Incredible Record-Breaking Bridges
All across the world people need to get from one place to another. And sometimes to get to that other place we need bridges. Here are eight bridges that are extraordinary in their own way, from standing the test of time to handling...
SciShow
Weird Places The Endless Lightning at Lake Maracaibo
During peak thunderstorm season, Lake Maracaibo has an average of 28 lightning strikes per minute hit its surface. But why?
Bozeman Science
Light Absorption, Reflection, and Transmission
In this video Paul Andersen explains how light can be absorbed, reflected, or transmitted as it moves from one medium to another. The reflection of different wavelengths creates the perceived color of an object. Absorbed light is...
SciShow
How Apple Flies Changed the Way We Think of Evolution
How does one species evolve into two within the same habitat? Discover the details behind a rare type of evolution: sympatric evolution.
SciShow Kids
Why Do Floods Happen?
It's been raining for a few days where Jessi and Squeaks live, and the news even said that there may be a flood! Join Jessi to find out what a flood is, how they form, and how you can stay safe if there's a flood where you live!
Crash Course Kids
The Basics of Freshwater
We have a lot of water on Earth, but we also can't actually drink much of it... or use it for farming. That's because most of the water on Earth is saltwater. We humans, like a lot of living things, need freshwater to survive. In this...
SciShow
Weird Places Blood Falls
In our continuing series on Earth's weirdest places, Hank describes the crazy place in Antarctica known as Blood Falls in all its scientifically strange majesty.
SciShow
Weird Places: The Jacuzzi of Despair
There's a lake so deadly that anything that goes for a swim gets pickled. Yet there's a thriving ecosystem literally living on the edge, which might give astrobiologists a hint at how life could thrive on other worlds.
Crash Course Kids
What On Earth
We've already talked about how the Earth is divided into four spheres (The Hydrosphere, the Biosphere, the Geosphere, and the Atmosphere). But, how do these different sphere interact with each other? In this episode of Crash Course Kids,...
Curated Video
How Mexico City Grew So LARGE And Why It's Facing An Existential Problem
Mexico City is the largest city in North America by far at about 22 million people in its metro area. But despite being such an overwhelmingly dominant city, it's facing an existential crisis due to some absolutely god awful geography....
Curated Video
Sumatra: From Gold to Volcanoes and Beautiful Beaches
Sailing Across the Indian Ocean to Sumatra, Indonesia:We will sail through the Indian Ocean towards Sumatra in Indonesia, there we will find a place of rest in Lake Toba one of the super volcanoes of the world.
Curated Video
The Beauty and Culture of Nepal
Exploring the Himalayas and Nepal:Embark on a spiritual journey through the Himalayas as we explore the sacred temples of Nepal. Prepare for breathtaking views atop Mount Everest, the highest peak on Earth, and indulge in the flavors of...
Curated Video
Exploring the Mysterious Lake Vostok: A Pristine Subglacial Environment
Lake Vostok, a 500-meter deep body of water beneath 3800 meters of glacial ice in eastern Antarctica, presents a unique and pristine environment for scientific exploration. Scientists are eager to study the microbes and potential life...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Buckingham Palace
BUCKINGHAM PALACE BUCKINGHAM PALACE IS PROBABLY THE MOST FAMOUS BUILDING IN LONDON. IT IS THE OFFICIAL RESIDENCE OF THE QUEEN AND IT SERVES HER MAJESTY AS BOTH A HOME AND AN OFFICE. THE ROYAL STANDARD FLIES FROM THE ROOF WHEN THE MONARCH...
Curated Video
Escience: Transforming Scientific Research with Wireless Technology and Collaboration
In this video, we explore the concept of escience and how it is revolutionizing scientific research in inhospitable places like Antarctica. Through the use of wireless technology and the Internet, scientists are able to collect and share...
Curated Video
Only In Lithuania 13 - Underwater Xmas Tree
Underwater Xmas Tree:Divers gather after every Christmas to secure a tree to the bottom of the lake, creating a unique underwater holiday tradition.
Curated Video
Only In Russia 18 - Sand Skiing Extravaganza
Sand Skiing Extravaganza:Some Russians embrace an unconventional summer activity keeping their winter skis on and taking on the extreme sport of sand skiing.
Curated Video
Pursuing Excellence: A Story of Determination and Support
In this video, Raz the Falcon shares the story of Nabila, a girl in Afghanistan who overcomes obstacles to pursue excellence in swimming. With the support of Raz, Nabila makes the effort to travel to the only swimming pool in her city...