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The Thinker by Rodin: Great Art Explained
The Thinker, captured in a moment of concentrated introspection has come to represent a multitude of ideas about the nature of man and his place in the world. For some it is a symbol of knowledge, others philosophy, even existence...
Curated Video
Guitar Strings: Types, Materials, and Effects on Tone
Explore the different types of guitar strings and how they can significantly impact the performance and tonality of your instrument. From round wound to flatwound, hex core to nylon, we cover the various materials and winding styles that...
60 Second Histories
Roman armour - lorica segmentata
A legionary describes the armour called lorica segmentata or 'segmented' armour which is heavier and more uncomfortable but offers better protection, it's even arrowproof
Curated Video
Shanghai: A Vibrant City of Culture and Modernity
Welcome to Shanghai, the most prosperous city in China! In this video, we will take you on a virtual tour of this vibrant city and show you all the amazing sights and experiences it has to offer.
FuseSchool
Alloy & their Properties
Learn the basics about alloys and their properties as a part of metallic bonding within the properties of matter topic.
Professor Dave Explains
The Materials of the Future Interesting Allotropes of Carbon
One of the most impressive aspects of our modern understanding of the world around us is our ability to manipulate matter on the molecular level to generate new materials with interesting properties. This practice has brought about both...
Professor Dave Explains
Alloys: Types and Examples
We know that liquids and gases can form mixtures, but did you know that solids can, too? Even metals! Mixtures of metals are called alloys, and they have tremendous technological application. What is the structure of an alloy? Are there...
Curated Video
The Fascinating History and Uses of Arsenic
This video provides an overview of arsenic, a metalloid element. It discusses its history, uses, and toxicity. It also highlights its presence in various products and its potential role in our diet. The video emphasizes the importance of...
Curated Video
The Many Uses of Copper: From Bronze Age to Modern Applications
This video provides a brief overview of copper, highlighting its unique properties and various uses in different industries. It explores how copper is used in electrical connections, plumbing, industrial machinery, architecture, and the...
Bedtime History
The First Cities
Around 10,000 years ago, humans started transitioning from hunting and gathering to the more settled life of farming. Fertile land enabled farmers to grow enough food for a growing population, and nearby rivers provided transportation...
Curated OER
Gold, Silver, & Bronze
The teacher focuses on the chemistry of the metals in Olympic medals. This video is a different approach to teaching about metals, covering a variety of concepts: elements, alloys, properties of metals, atomic structure, and the periodic...
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National Museum of Wildlife Art: Lost Wax, Found Bronze
High-quality images and videos will help you understand the bronze-casting process, the materials used, and artist techniques as discussed by marble and bronze sculptor, Gerry Balciar.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Da Ke Ding
This video spotlights a ritual object from the Bronze Age called "Da ke Ding". View the vessel and listen as two renowned art professors discuss the techniques used to create it. [5:35]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Conserving Bronze: 'The Lamp With Erotes From Vani'
This video [3:35] discusses four well-preserved ancient bronze lamps were recently discovered in a rock-cut pit in the Republic of Georgia. Watch conservators study and clean the Lamp with Erotes from Vani. The survival of this...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Conservation of the 'Apollo Saettante' at the Getty Villa
In this video [4:03] explore the Apollo Saettante, a bronze sculpture buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 C.E.