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Water Birds Mating In The Desert, Part 2

Typhoons that routinely hit Taiwan may increase or exacerbate earthquakes across the island, according to a new study.

Next generation wind engineering facility draws researchers from all over the country; new tools provide information to help save lives, protect property



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This captivating series of programs explores many of the amazing features of our universe. Special attention is given to our solar system, distances in space, and stars. Terminology and concepts include: Milky Way Galaxy, light-year,...

In this video, we explore the fascinating phenomenon of St Elmo's Fire, a glowing plasma that occurs during storms. We learn about its origins, which are rooted in the brave actions of a Christian saint, and delve into the science behind...

Tornadoes are violent, twisting columns of air with wind speeds over 100 miles per hour that can tear communities apart. Josh Wurman, an atmospheric scientist, explains that tornadoes develop in a special type of thunderstorm called a...

Twelve hundred tornadoes rip through U.S. towns every year, causing injuries, fatalities and billions in damage. An NSF-funded research team at the University of Oklahoma's Advanced Radar Research Center hopes that their radar simulator...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the destructive power of madness in King Lear. See Lear’s descent into insanity and the disastrous consequences of his madness. Along the way, learn how to analyse important...

This video discusses the consequences of online vigilantism, using a real-life case of an Australian man working in Singapore who made controversial comments on Facebook. The video explores how his comments sparked a social media...

A curious pre-school child asks questions to a big kid about how weather works. Every answer is enlightening yet leads to another question. The little child learns that wind is air that moves, that may be gentle or strong and even...

This video explains the science behind the pleasant fragrance we experience after the first rain, known as petrichor. It explores the role of plant oils and bacteria in the soil that contribute to this unique scent.

A history of the devasting 2004 hurricane that struck the Alabama coast.

In this live-action program viewers will learn that blizzard is a dangerous winter storm that is a combination of snow and wind, resulting in low visibility. Students will come to understand that the National Weather Service defines a...

A Category 5 hurricane is a monster of a storm that most people would want to avoid. But, Civil Engineer Arindam Chowdhury actually recreates those monster hurricane force winds in hopes of helping us better prepare for the real thing....

In this lesson, students will learn how to determine which quantities combined can make zero using algebraic expressions. Through examples and explanations, they will understand the concept of balancing positive and negative charges,...

The wind and rain and flooding and destruction that happen during a hurricane are dangerous, and have obvious impacts on the health of people who live in hurricane-prone regions. But many of the health impacts of hurricanes and floods...

Global warming is affecting hurricanes by making them wetter with more energy that intensify faster.

For nearly a decade, with support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Doppler on Wheels (DOW) has been doing its best work in dangerous weather, driving into the eye of the storm to gather scientific data about wind, rain and...

After his triumphant victory, Caesar is returning to Rome like a celebrity! The crowds are wild with excitement. However, Cassius is worried that Caesar wants to become king. He needs to convince Brutus to join his dangerous...

In August 2005, a strong tropical cyclone hit the Southeastern United States. This storm became known as Hurricane Katrina. Learn about where Katrina landed and the devastation it caused.

This video explores the cultural significance of buckwheat in both Asian and Western countries. It highlights how buckwheat is used in traditional dishes and festivals in Asia, such as being a key ingredient in soba noodles in Japan....

A history of the 1969, Category 5 hurricane, that struck the Mississippi coast.

Throughout the winter, the elevation where rain turns to snow changes with each new storm. Join a meteorologist and park scientists as we chase the snow line in Yosemite.

This is a summary of the topics covered in the Investigating Weather series. Topics included clouds, precipitations, air masses, weather fronts, and storms. Investigating Weather part 6/7