PBS
The Enduring Legend of the Loch Ness Monster
The infamous "Surgeon's Photograph" of the Loch Ness Monster, taken in 1934, greatly boosted the legend's popularity. The photo made Nessie a cultural icon and international tourist attraction. Despite later information that proved the...
Veritasium
World's Highest Jumping Robot
A tiny robot weighing less than a tennis ball has shattered jumping records, reaching a height of 31 meters—over 10 times the previous record. This remarkable feat is made possible by its lightweight design, advanced spring mechanism,...
PBS
Exotic Dangers: The Rise of Killer Plant Myths in the 19th Century
In the 19th century, advancements in trade and greenhouse technology enabled the global transport of plants, sparking fascination with exotic and sometimes dangerous flora. This led to a rise in fictional tales of carnivorous plants,...
Curated Video
Metano
Gas incoloro e inodoro que pertenece al grupo de los hidrocarburos alcanos.
Twig - Química
Curated Video
Organismo
Cualquier sistema vivo, como una planta o animal, que puede responder a los estímulos, reproducirse, crecer y mantener unas condiciones internas estables en un entorno cambiante.
Twig - Biología
Curated Video
Meiosis
Tipo de división celular importante para producir células sexuales, como óvulos y espermatozoides.
Twig - Biología
Curated Video
Fósil
Cualquier rastro de un animal o planta que vivió hace mucho tiempo.
Twig - Ciencias de la tierra
Curated Video
Los biocombustibles
¿Pueden convertirse los biocombustibles en los combustibles sostenibles del futuro? ¿La energía que se emplea en su producción y el impacto sobre la biodiversidad implican mayor perjuicio que beneficio?
Twig - Ciencias de la Tierra...
Curated Video
Restos fósiles
El estudio del registro fósil revela cómo han cambiado los organismos a lo largo del tiempo. ¿Qué son los fósiles y cómo se forman?
Twig - Biología - La adaptación y evolución - La extinción
Claves de aprendizaje
Los cazadores...
Curated Video
Escarabajo pelotero
¿Sabías que el escarabajo pelotero es más fuerte que un elefante?
Twig - El mundo que nos rodea - Investiguemos las fuerzas - Velocidad y fuerza
Claves de aprendizaje
Cuanto más fuerte sea una cosa, mayor es la fuerza que...
Curated Video
La hipótesis del fusil de clatratos
Los volúmenes más elevados de metano de la Tierra se encuentran congelados a gran profundidad bajo tierra. Aprende cómo el calentamiento global podría fundir estos depósitos y dar comienzo al proceso irreversible que predijo la hipótesis...
Curated Video
Recién llegado al zoológico
Un animal misterioso ha llegado al zoológico. ¿Cómo decidimos dónde alojarlo?
Twig - Los procesos de la vida - Variación y clasificación - Claves de clasificación
Claves de aprendizaje
Las claves de clasificación pueden usarse...
Curated Video
El desayuno de la mariposa
Explicación de una red alimenticia.
Twig - Los procesos de la vida - Los seres vivos en sus ambientes - Redes alimenticias
Claves de aprendizaje
Los herbívoros solo comen plantas.
Los carnívoros solo comen animales.
Las...
Weird History
Surprisingly Plausible Real-Life Explanations For Mythical Creatures
Creatures like the narwhal, okapi, and Komodo dragon are on the short list of mythical creatures proven real. Yet, while scientifically interesting, these examples aren't in the realm of more fanciful and legendary animals like unicorns,...
Curated Video
The History and Importance of Domesticated Animals
In this video, we explore the fascinating history of domesticated animals and their important roles in human civilization. From sheep and goats being raised for food and wool, to cows and pigs providing milk, meat, and other valuable...
Professor Dave Explains
Behavioral Ecology (Foraging, Parasitism, Mutualism, Mate Choice, and Social Groups)
With a better understanding of ecosystems and their habitats, we are ready to discuss behavioral ecology. This looks at how organisms interact and how this effects the ecosystem. What is foraging? What about parasitism, or mutualism? How...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Hotel Hanoi
HOTEL HANOI IF YOU OWN A PET, THIS IS ONE LANDMARK STORY THAT WILL BE OF INTEREST. TUCKED AWAY IN AN UNREMARKABLE RESIDENTIAL ALLEY OF HANOI IN VIETNAM IS THE HOTEL CHO MEOW, OR HOTEL DOGS AND CATS. NGUYEN BAO SINH'S 50-ROOM HANOI HOTEL...
Curated Video
What Wild Animal Am I? Quiz For Kids
In this fun and exciting video, kids will listen to clues about wild animals and try to guess which animal is being described. Each animal has three simple clues to help children think, learn, and make their best guess! Learning Goals:...
Science ABC
What Is Glue Made Of?
Glue is made from organic substances and was discovered back in ancient times. The earliest evidence of glue was found in the cave paintings of Neanderthals in Lascaux, France. The raw materials for the production of glue might be animal...
Science ABC
What Are Ecosystem Services?
Our planet is blessed with many types of ecosystems, including terrestrial, marine, freshwater, forest, and grassland. An ecosystem is a dynamic community that comprises living organisms, such as microorganisms, plants, and animals, as...
Science ABC
Can We Bring Back Dinosaurs (Just Like In Jurassic Park)?
Straight answer: No, we have not yet found dinosaur DNA that would be necessary to make a successful dinosaur clone. To clone a dinosaur, it’s not just about finding DNA, but also about finding a complete set or sufficient fragments of...
Science ABC
Are Mushrooms More Similar to Humans than Plants?
Until recently, all classifications of life, including the expansion from two kingdoms to five kingdoms, were based on physical observations of how things looked, even under a microscope. This is how the closeness and relationships...