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Addiction
A physical or psychological dependence, leading to symptoms of withdrawal when the substance is removed. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions....
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Distillation
A way of separating liquids that have different boiling points from a mixture. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary...
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Alcohol
An organic compound containing a hydroxyl group (OH) bound to a carbon atom. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
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Fermentation: Converting Carbohydrates into Other Products
The process by which microorganisms can convert carbohydrates into other products. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary...
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Factpack: Hydrocarbons
An introduction to hydrocarbons. Learn how unreactive alkanes can be made into reactive alkenes. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or...
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Alcohol and the Brain
Alcohol is consumed in small quantities for pleasure, but long-term use or consumption in greater quantities has alarming effects on the body, especially in younger people. Biology - Healthy Living - Learning Points. Alcohol is a...
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Harmful Drugs
Some drugs are used recreationally, with potentially harmful consequences. Find out which drugs are used inappropriately and the harm they can cause. Biology - Healthy Living - Learning Points. Drugs affect the chemical processes in our...
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Alcohol: The Poison
Alcohol is a naturally occurring poison. What are the risks and health problems people can suffer from alcohol use or abuse? Biology - Healthy Living - Alcohol is a toxin and is produced by fermenting yeast. Alcohol damages both the...
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Esters and Perfumes
Esters occur in nature and have been harnessed by the perfume industry. What are esters and how are they made and used? Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning Points. Esters give many fruits their scents, including bananas, lavender...
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Stimulating Daphnia
We examine the effects of different temperatures and chemicals on the heart rate of Daphnia. A microscope is used to let us see the Daphnia\u2019s heart and establish the heart rate under normal conditions. The heart...
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Drugs and the Brain
Explore the variety of effects of different types of psychoactive drugs - from stimulants to depressants - on the brain's chemistry and function. Biology - Healthy Living - Learning Points. Drugs that affect the brain in a way that...
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Science of Addiction
Many drug users become drug addicts, but why is this? What changes to cause a person to become addicted to drugs? Biology - Healthy Living - Millions of people are addicted to drugs worldwide. Drugs target the reward center of the brain....
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Drug awareness – Did you know?
Did you know that legal drugs are still restricted? Life processes - Humans and other animals - Drug awareness Learning Points Some non-prescription drugs are age restricted. A Twig Tidbit Film - Did you know? A fascinating fact is...
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Advanced separation
Find out how advanced separation processes are used to separate substances in complex mixtures. Material processes - Separating mixtures - Other means of separation Learning Points Chromatography separates pigments in a liquid....
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Functional Isomerism & Metamerism: Discovering Molecular Twins
Functional isomerism occurs when compounds with the same molecular formula have different functional groups. For instance, ethanol (an alcohol) and dimethyl ether (an ether) share the formula 𝐶2𝐻6𝑂C2H6O but differ in their functional...
Bedtime History
Louis Pasteur for Kids | Bedtime History
Join us as we explore the incredible life and groundbreaking discoveries of Louis Pasteur, the father of microbiology. From his early experiments in fermentation to his development of pasteurization, Pasteur's work revolutionized science...
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Understanding the Twenty-First Amendment and the End of Prohibition
This video explains the Twenty-First Amendment, which repealed the Eighteenth Amendment and ended Prohibition in 1933. Discover how this amendment allowed states to set their own alcohol regulations and why Congress used state...
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The Prohibition Era: Understanding the Eighteenth Amendment
Explore the history and impact of the Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, known as the Prohibition Amendment, which prohibited the manufacturing, transportation, and sale of intoxicating liquors. Learn about the...
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Eco-Friendly Cleaning with Vinegar and Baking Soda
Discover the powerful cleaning effects of vinegar and baking soda. This video showcases how these two common household items can replace multiple cleaning products. Learn about the science of saponification and acid-base reactions that...
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Navigating Our Smartphone Dependency: Benefits and Boundaries
This video investigates our complex relationship with smartphones, from the convenience they offer to the potential for dependency. It features experiments and expert opinions on how smartphones influence our physical health, social...
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Ultimate Tableau Desktop Course - Beginner to Advanced Bundle - Exercise 3
In this exercise, we will create a dashboard with an animated bar chart and scatter plot.
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How Much Should You Really Be Drinking?
The Advice on Alcohol is Changing. Alok and Sheena will talk about the trend of Dry January, and share surprising facts about drinking. Whether or not you want to reset your relationship with alcohol, Alok and Sheena have you covered!
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Just Say No
Dr. Forrester explains the benefits of drugs and negative effects that some bad drugs create.
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The Pioneering Voyage of the HMS Challenger
The HMS Challenger set out on its 3-year voyage in 1872. This expedition was to be the first of its kind. One organised specifically to gather data on the ocean environment and its inhabitants. During its 127,580 km (79,280 mi) journey...