There are three main reasons why we don’t see all the colors in a rainbow: 1. The colors we see in a rainbow are spectral, which means they are also present in the visible spectrum. 2. Some colors, like pink and brown, are made when two...

This video explores five fun facts about light.

This video discusses the importance of absorption spectroscopy. A brief idea about ultraviolet and visible spectroscopy is presented in the video. The video shows the light sources used for different regions of operations. The type of...

Thanks to the Hubble Space Telescope, we have seen nebula like never before. But are they really as colourful as Hubble makes out?

The video explains the basics of electromagnetic waves, including their definition as transverse waves that transfer energy from a source to an absorber. It discusses the seven general sections of the electromagnetic spectrum, going from...

The scientific community is incredibly excited to have these two highly complementary observatories operating together. With their collaboration, they will push the boundaries of knowledge on the backdrop of a...

A joint study from the University of Queensland and the University of Maryland has found that a particular species of clownfish is able to see ultraviolet light. <br/>

Thanks to the Hubble Space Telescope, we have seen nebula like never before. But are they really as colourful as Hubble makes out?

How did the field of quantum mechanics come about in the first place? The Rayleigh-Jeans catastrophe, also known as the ultraviolet catastrophe was a prediction by the Rayleigh-Jeans law that a blackbody would radiate infinite amounts of...

Using real world demonstrations and colorful graphics, Real World Science: Light teaches students the different properties of light, pertinent definitions and how light travels. Students will learn how different mediums can affect light,...

This video explains the concept of global warming and the greenhouse effect. It discusses how human activities have contributed to the increase in greenhouse gases and the consequences of global warming. The video also provides tips on...

Atmosphere Set: 2. This clip explains how the ozone layer is formed in Earth's atmosphere. The role of ozone is described and the destructive effects on the ozone layer of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCS) is explained.

Students will learn about the different layers of the atmosphere. The changes in the atmosphere are explained using examples of contemporary environmental conditions brought about by human behavior. The oxygen cycle and the carbon cycle...