Ocean Wonders: A Symphony Of Smells
Youth Science
Hold your breath—but not your nose—as we explore olfaction in the ocean.
Why Are Butterflies So Colourful?
Youth Science
We go to Chester Zoo to answer one of your Big Questions on butterflies!
Turtles Versus Tortoises
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These reptiles are often mistaken for each other but, are they the same thing? It's time to get to the bottom of this tort-ally confusing conundrum!
What Is Ambergris?
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Our researcher Dr James Rule explains what ambergris is made of and why we’ve become so fond of it.
Odysseus Spacecraft Lands On The Moon
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On Thursday evening, the Odysseus spacecraft landed on the Moon. It's the first time a US spacecraft has landed on the Moon in 50 years.
What's The Smallest Animal On Earth?
Youth Science
Are you wondering: What's the smallest animal on Earth? This question came from Brady, a student from Canada.
Are We Made Of Stardust?
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Our planetary scientist Dr Ashley King reveals how the big bang, stars and supernovas helped make life possible.
What You Need To Know About Europa
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Exploring this ocean world with our Europa Clipper spacecraft could provide new clues in our search for life beyond Earth.
Why Do We Get Goosebumps?
Youth Science
We've all been there when it gets a bit chilly and you end up with goosebumps. But have you ever wondered why and how we get them?
Why Do Reindeer Eyes Change Colour?
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Reindeer eyes have the remarkable ability to change colour throughout the year. Dr. Natalie Cooper tells us more.
How Do We Keep Life's Jenga Tower From Toppling?
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In this episode of Crash Course Biology, we’ll see how conservation biology aims to restore habitat and preserve biodiversity.
Plant Your Pants?!?
Youth Science
Shanequa went to meet some young science investigators to find out how a big pair of pants has been used for an experiment to check the quality of soil at a farm.
Why Do Onions Make Us Cry?
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Hayley explains the science behind why onions make us cry, and what we can do to prevent this.
Why Does A Disco Clam Light Up?
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Our curator of benthic molluscs Dr. Katie Collins explains this clam’s clever party trick.
What Is A Core Sample?
Youth Science
Have you ever wanted to go back in time— just to see what it was like? Well, scientists have figured out how …sort of…
The Science Of Snowflakes
Youth Science
Join us for a festive deep dive into the wonderful world of snowflakes voiced by Professor Brian Cox.
The Winter Solstice Explained
Youth Science
The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year and the official start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.
All About Hawks
Youth Science
Did you know that hawks are the most common birds of prey? In this video, you and your kids will learn lots of interesting facts about the hawk.
Huge Volcano Erupts In Iceland
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A huge volcano has erupted on the Reykjanes peninsula of south-west Iceland after weeks of intense earthquake activity.
How Do Erasers Erase?
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Are you wondering how erasers erase? Let's find out together.
Why Hurricane Paths Are Weird
Youth Science
Hurricane path prediction seems straightforward, until it is not.