SciShow
This Element Doesn't Fit the Periodic Table
One of the most famous elements in the periodic table doesn't really belong anywhere chemists would like to put it.
SciShow
Fentanyl is Very Deadly… Here's Why
Fentanyl has become a primary cause of the opioid overdose epidemic in the past decade. But what is it about this drug that's so dangerous? There's more to the story than meets the eye. If you’re ever in the position where you think...
TED Talks
TED: How to participate in your own legal defense | Lam Ho
Lawyers are advocates for their clients -- and, in court, they're usually the ones who do the talking. Should that always be the case? In an effort to shift this power dynamic, TED Fellow and legal aid activist Lam Ho shares how lawyers...
Bozeman Science
Intermolecular Potential Energy
In this video Paul Andersen explains the importance of intermolecular forces in chemistry. Intermolecular forces exist between dipoles (like hydrogen bonds), between dipoles and induced dipoles (like Ar and HCl) and between induced...
Crash Course
Carbon... SO SIMPLE: Crash Course Biology
And thus begins the most revolutionary biology course in history. Come and learn about covalent, ionic, and hydrogen bonds. What about electron orbitals, the octet rule, and what does it all have to do with a mad man named Gilbert Lewis?...
SciShow
The Complex Bond Between Hoarders and Their Stuff
We all struggle with clutter, but something quite distinct might be happening in the brains of those who have the hoarding disorder.
TED Talks
TED: How to disrupt philanthropy in response to crisis | Darren Walker
If we want to build back better after the pandemic, we must reconsider philanthropy and create a new kind of capitalism that's rooted in generosity and accountability, says Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation. In this vital...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: What is the shape of a molecule? - George Zaidan and Charles Morton
A molecule is nearly all empty space, apart from the extremely dense nuclei of its atoms and the clouds of electrons that bond them together. When that molecule forms, it arranges itself to maximize attraction of opposite charges and...
SciShow
Do We Have To Give Up Bacon?
The IARC has categorized processed meat as a definite carcinogen. But how dangerous is it really? Do we finally have to give up bacon?
Crash Course
Orbitals: Crash Course Chemistry
In this episode of Crash Course Chemistry, Hank discusses what Molecules actually look like and why, some quantum-mechanical three dimensional wave functions are explored, he touches on hybridization, and delves into sigma and pi bonds....
SciShow
Hottest Year Ever, and Amazing Gecko-Man Getup!
SciShow News explains the latest climate weirdness, and why the Global Warming Hiatus wasn’t really what it sounded like. Plus, see how humans have harnessed the climbing power of the gecko!
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The science of snowflakes - Maruša Bradač
One could say that snowflakes are simply frozen water — but if you compare a snowflake to an ice cube, you’ll notice a big difference. Why are all snowflakes six-sided? Why are none of them exactly the same? And how do we ski on them?...
MinuteEarth
Rain's Dirty Little Secret
Want to learn more about the topic in this week's video? Here are some key words/phrases to get your googling started: - Condensation - the process of water molecules glomming together into visible droplets - Condensation nuclei - tiny...
SciShow
The Strongest Acids in the World
Inside chemistry labs, chemists work with what they call superacids. No one's found a specific use for such a fantastically strong acid yet, but chemists are actively looking for one.
Amoeba Sisters
Properties of Water
Explore some properties of water with the Amoeba Sisters! It's all about those hydrogen bonds.
MinuteEarth
Why Does Wine Make Your Mouth Feel Dry?
Astringent plant chemicals called tannins bind proteins on mucous membrane and skin, generating a prickly, puckery mouthfeel from foods and letting us “tan” skins into leather. ___________________________________________ If you want to...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How atoms bond - George Zaidan and Charles Morton
Atoms can (and do) bond constantly; it's how they form molecules. Sometimes, in an atomic tug-of-war, one atom pulls electrons from another, forming an ionic bond. Atoms can also play nicely and share electrons in a covalent bond. From...
SciShow
The Science of Why Bacon and Eggs Are the Perfect Match
Bacon and eggs aren’t a classic flavor combo for no reason, and the science behind why they taste so good together could help us make healthier foods more appealing to our palates.
Crash Course
Conjugation & UV-Vis Spectroscopy: Crash Course Organic Chemistry
Carrots get their orange-y color from, you guessed it, an organic chemical. This chemical, called beta carotene, gets its pigment from its conjugated electron system. We’ve talked some already about conjugation, but in this episode of...
SciShow
Can You Get a Sunburn Behind a Window?
If you’re not lounging on the beach on a hot summer day, why would you think to put on sunscreen? Well, you might need sunscreen more often than you think.
Amoeba Sisters
What is ATP?
Table of Contents: 00:00 Intro 0:40 Some Examples of ATP Uses in Cell Processes 1:14 What is ATP? 1:52 How do we get ATP? 3:05 How does ATP work? Note: We received an excellent comment in an older video (about cellular respiration) that...
SciShow
The Sweetest Rocks in Space
Sugars aren’t just for munching and crunching, they also make up our genetic code! So what does it mean to find sugars INSIDE meteorites?
SciShow
Why Do We Talk To Dogs Like That
Why is it that every time you see an adorable puppy in the park or outside a cafe your voice suddenly jumps up about two octaves and you’re talking total gooey nonsense? If you watch this episode to find out, you can have a treat and...