MinuteEarth
Eclipses Used To Be Terrifying
Because eclipses are powerful and frightening events, ancient cultures went to great lengths to understand eclipses, leading to remarkably accurate predictions and helping invent the science of astronomy.
SciShow
Don’t Look At the Sun! …Unless | Compilation
It’s common knowledge that you should never look directly at the sun. But, like, what about during an eclipse? Surely you can look then?
SciShow
Should You Worry About Antarctica's New, Massive Iceberg?
How concerned are scientists about the Larson C ice shelf calving its most recent iceberg? Archeologists have also found new evidence that confirms earlier dates for the existence of ancient Australian humans.
SciShow
The Cosmic Ladder That Lets Us Map the Universe
Considering how massive our universe is, we know the distances to cosmic objects surprisingly well. What tools and clues do scientists use to measure distances that are so enormous they sound like made-up numbers?
SciShow
Why Solar Eclipses Create Those Crescent-Shaped Lights
Everyone is watching the sky during a solar eclipse, but but if you look down, you'll catch another kind of light show.
SciShow
New Earth-Size Planet and a Solar Eclipse
Caitlin Hofmeister gives you the latest news from around the universe, including Kepler's latest exoplanet discovery, an upcoming solar eclipse, and a breathtaking image from Hubble.
Crash Course
Eclipses
The big question in the comments last week was, "BUT WHAT ABOUT ECLIPSES?" Today, Phil breaks 'em down for you.
SciShow
Transit of Venus 2012: A Viewer's Guide
Hank briefs us on the upcoming planetary transit of Venus, which will be observable June 5th and 6th of 2012.
SciShow
Space News From The Future!
Today Hank uses his patented prognosticating abilities to tell you about some space news events to watch out for in 2013. What one thing is the Curiosity rover going to spend most of the year doing? Why are we going back to the moon? And...
SciShow Kids
What Will Happen During the Solar Eclipse?
There's an Eclipse coming on August 21st, and Jessi and Squeaks are PUMPED! Today, they'll show you where in the world you'll be able to see the eclipse, what happens during an eclipse, and tell you how you can watch the eclipse safely!
PBS
The Great American Eclipse
Get your eclipse glasses ready because the a total solar eclipse is an astronomical event unlike any other.
Crash Course
Karl Popper, Science, & Pseudoscience: Crash Course Philosophy
The early 1900s was an amazing time for Western science, as Albert Einstein was developing his theories of relativity and psychology was born, as Sigmund Freud and psychoanalysis took over the scientific mainstream. Karl Popper observed...
SciShow
The 2017 Solar Eclipse: What You Need to Know
On August 21, 2017, the United States will experience its first total solar eclipse since 1979! If you're in the right place at the right time, you're in for a spectacular show!
SciShow Kids
2015's Solar Eclipse
In this episode of SciShow Kids, Jessi talks about solar eclipses, and in particular, the solar eclipse of 2015! Jessi will show you how eclipses occur and where the best places to view the eclipse are.
SciShow
Eclipses That Don't Eclipse
Here on Earth, we’re used to seeing both lunar and solar eclipses. But further out are eclipses that don’t behave at all the way we expected them to.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What creates a total solar eclipse? - Andy Cohen
How can the tiny moon eclipse the sight of the gargantuan sun? By sheer coincidence, the disc of the sun is 400x larger than the disc of the moon, but the sun is 390x farther from Earth -- which means that when they align just right, the...
SciShow Kids
Getting Ready for the Eclipse!
Jessi and Squeaks are really excited about the total solar eclipse on August 21st, so they're revisiting all the amazing things they've learned about the sun, the moon, and how eclipses happen!
Curated Video
Exploring Bomb Cyclones: The Formation and Characteristics of Intense Storms
In this video, the concept of bomb cyclones is explored, highlighting their connection to climate change. The term "bomb" refers to the rapid formation of these storms rather than their intensity. Bomb cyclones share similarities with...
Curated Video
Advancements in Weather Forecasting: From Prediction to Nowcasting
This video discusses the challenges of predicting and forecasting weather, particularly in the context of rapidly changing weather conditions due to global warming. It highlights the shift from traditional weather forecasting methods to...
Curated Video
The Thrilling History and Physics of Roller Coasters
This video explores the fascinating history and thrilling evolution of roller coasters. From their humble beginnings on mining tracks to the mind-blowing heights and speeds of modern coasters, viewers will discover the exhilaration and...
Curated Video
Controlled Burns: Safely Clearing Forest Hazards and Promoting Regeneration
Controlled burns are intentionally set fires conducted by professionals in the Forest Service to safely clear out hazardous wildfire fuel and promote forest rejuvenation. Scheduled during favorable weather conditions, these burns not...
Curated Video
The Science Behind Thunderstorms: Lightning and Thunder Explained
This video explains the formation of thunderstorms and how lightning and thunder are created. It describes how water vapor in the sky condenses into clouds, and when these clouds collide, electrical charges are produced. When these...
Curated Video
The Importance and Wonders of DNA: Exploring its Role in Life and Science
This video provides a brief and engaging overview of DNA and its significance in biology. It explains how DNA is the genetic material that determines the unique characteristics of living organisms, how it is passed down through...
Curated Video
Mummies: Unveiling the Ancient Egyptian Practice of Mummification
This video provides a fascinating look into the world of mummies, explaining the ancient Egyptian practice of mummification and its significance in their belief system. It highlights the incredible preservation of mummies, with a focus...