Why Carbon Dating Might Be in Danger [Science Video]
Carbon dating transformed fields like archeology and paleontology, but its use might be in danger. Find out why in this episode of SciShow. [SciShow]
Category Archives: Science
7 Wacky Ways Birds Use Feathers [Science Video]
Feathers are good for flying, but they help birds do a lot more than just soar through the skies. [SciShow]
A Book About Pavlov’s Dog and Schrödinger’s cat [Joke]
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How the Food You Eat Affects Your Brain [Science Video]
When it comes to what you bite, chew and swallow, your choices have a direct and long-lasting effect on the most powerful organ in your body: your brain. So which foods cause you to feel so tired after lunch? Or so restless at night? Mia Nacamulli takes you into the brain to find out. [Ted […]
Your Brain On Adderall: The Study Drug
How does adderall work? And should you take it? [ASAP Science]
Richard Feynman Shares His Contagious Fascination with the World in CURIOSITY [Video]
A fantastic musical video montage by melodysheep about renowned scientist Richard Feynman doing what he does best: sharing his contagious fascination with the world. Check it out! [melodysheep]
The Randomness Problem: How Lava Lamps Protect the Internet
Randomness is important for all kinds of things, from science to security, but to generate true randomness, engineers have turned to some pretty odd tricks! [SciShow]
Understanding Fibromyalgia: Real Pain and ‘Explosive’ Brains
Fibromyalgia is not a well-understood malady, but scientists are making breakthroughs that could eventually help pin down both the causes and the cures. [SciShow Psych]
The Chemistry of the Colors of Autumn Leaves [Infographic]
As we’re entering autumn, leaves in trees have already started changing changing color, but did you know that these colors are affected by various chemical compounds? Click on the picture above to learn more about these compounds and how they affect leaves. [Source: Compoundchem.com]
How Does A Gas Nozzle Know When To Shut Off? [Science Video]
If you’ve ever put gas in a car, you’ve probably noticed how the gas pump shuts off when your tank is full. But how does it know to do that? Learn more about the clever mechanism that keeps your gas tank from overflowing in this episode of BrainStuff. [BrainStuff]