Atmosphere Set: 3. This clip explains the formation of the Earth's auroras.

The number of sunspots increases and decreases over time in a regular, approximately 11-year cycle, called the sunspot cycle. The exact length of the cycle can vary. It has been as short as eight years and as long as fourteen, but the...

What is known about sunspots? How does the sun and the magnetic field affect each other? The Powerhouse Sun, Part 2

This video explains the fundamental concepts of magnetism, including permanent magnets, magnetic fields, induced magnetism, and the interactions between magnets. It provides a clear understanding of how magnets operate, the difference...

This video is a lecture on magnetic fields. The speaker explains what magnetic fields are, how they look in the regions around magnets, and how to plot them on diagrams. The video also covers how the magnetic fields of two magnets in...

In this video we explore what factors affect the size of the force on a wire carrying an electric current when it is placed in a magnetic field.

This video explores five fun facts about magnets.

Physical Science for Kids is the fun way to learn important facts about physical science and get ready for tests. Take a fascinating journey to the Super Science Station to learn about magnetic forces.

It explains the properties of magnet and explains the use of magnets as a compass and also a few precautions for handling magnets.

If you’ve ever played with magnets, you’ll probably notice that when like poles of the magnets are facing each other (so two Norths or two Souths) the magnets will repel. But, hold two unlike poles together, they will attract. Magic!...

Magnets are unusual and fun tools that serve many useful purposes. This colorful, action-packed program emphasizes the characteristics and behavior of magnets. Special emphasis is also given to electromagnets and the importance of...

A flash of lightning, and a rumble of thunder. But what exactly are these spectacular occurrences? In 1752, Benjamin Franklin discovered that lightning was caused by powerful electrical discharges in clouds. He wasn’t the first person to...

Planets Set: 1. This clip introduces the characteristics of the inner planets of Mercury, Mars, Venus and Earth.