Phenomena can be found in many of the digital streaming resources available in the Media Catalog/SNAP. You can login or learn more about the Media Library here. Tips:
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Some examples of videos that contain phenomena are below. To access simply click on an item's title or image to be taken directly to the Media Catalog/SNAP. From there click the View link next to the resource. If you are not already signed into SNAP you will need to login before the item is displayed.
Why Physics?
Why Physics? Video, Senior High, 00:37:31, Cambridge Educational, 1998 This unique program goes on a fast-paced road trip to answer the "Why Physics" question. Journeying across the American Southeast, a host investigates the role of physics in our daily lives, as viewers gain an appreciation for the fundamental concepts and principles revealed by the people and places along the way. Everything from roller coasters to roadside attractions is used to explore physics concepts, while emphasizing the subject's fun side. Viewers begin to understand that physics, far from being abstract and remote, is best observed in the immediate world surrounding us. A Cambridge Educational Production.
Physical Science - Light
Science in Everyday Life: Physical Science Video Clips Video, Senior High - College/Adult, 01:36:18, German United Distributors, 2008 This collection of 34 visually stunning video clips explores the environment and facets of physics. Properties of rain, ice, snow, oil, trees, volcanoes, and salt are examined, as are aspects of quantum physics, light phenomena, hydrodynamics, thermodynamics, Newtons laws, and electricity. Video clips include… Our Environment • The Science of Ice and Snow: How Do You Photograph a Snowflake? • The Science of Ice and Snow: The Making of a Snowflake • Valuable Oil: The Origins of Crude Oil • Valuable Oil: A World Without Petroleum • The Tree, Nature’s Great Survivor: How Alders Communicate • The Tree, Nature’s Great Survivor: An Oak’s Story • The Tree, Nature’s Great Survivor: How Trees Get Water and Nutrients • The Tree, Nature’s Great Survivor: Tree Habitat • Raindrops: How Rain Is Formed • Raindrops: It’s Raining Cats and Dogs • Raindrops: A Closer Look at Raindrops • Living with Volcanoes: How Volcanoes Are Born • Living with Volcanoes: Laboratory Volcanoes • Water, Source of Life: How Water Came to Be on Our Planet • Water, Source of Life: Cloud Catchers • Water, Source of Life: Protective Reflex for the Respiratory System • Water, Source of Life: Fluid Loss in the Sauna • Precious Salt: A Profile of Salt • What Has Happened to the Climate? Wrapping a Glacier Understanding Physics • The Secrets of the Quantum World: Max Planck • The Secrets of the Quantum World: Lasers • The Secrets of the Quantum World: Physics on the Sports Field • Light Phenomena: Holography • Light Phenomena: Luminescent Bacteria on the Apple Tree • Light Phenomena: Secrets of Biology Revealed by Light • Light Phenomena: A Night in the Zoo • Light Phenomena: Wet Surfaces Look Darker • Hydrodynamics: Water Resistance • Hydrodynamics: Underwater Properties of a Rugby Ball • Thermodynamics: The Thermal Effect • Thermodynamics: Detonating Gas Effect in the Forge • Newton’s Laws: Eggs and Gravity • Newton’s Laws: Earth Rotation • Putting Electricity to Work: From the High Wires to the Plug-In
Cosmic Phenomena Video, Intermediate - College/Adult, 00:44:34, A&E Networks, 2009 The Aurora Borealis and rainbows. UV radiation and cosmic rays. This program examine a variety of cosmic events that have both helped and harmed life on Earth. Distributed by A&E Television Networks.
Learning about Light Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:13:58, VEA, 2004 Through ordinary, everyday phenomena, explore what light is, its relation to color and vision, and how light travels.
Light Fantastic Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:19:45, Magic Lantern Media Inc, 1997 Discusses light, waves, and perception, brings up reflection and refraction, as well as tells students how light contains colors.
Laser: The Brightest Light Video, Senior High, 00:20:05, Meridian Educational, 1997 The laser beam is so powerful that it can vaporize steel, so coherent that it can be used for delicate surgery, and so adaptable that it can even be used to transport data. This overview of laser technology clearly defines what a laser is and how it functions while providing a concise history of its evolution. Visits to businesses where lasers are used, commentary by laser professionals, and entertaining demonstrations reveal the science behind the magic. A Meridian Production. (19 minutes) C697 Laser: The Brightest Light The laser beam is so powerful that it can vaporize steel, so coherent that it can be used for delicate surgery, and so adaptable that it can even be used to transport data. This overview of laser technology clearly defines what a laser is and how it functions while providing a concise history of its evolution. Visits to businesses where lasers are used, commentary by laser professionals, and entertaining demonstrations reveal the science behind the magic. A Meridian Production. (19 minutes, color)
Physics: Properties of Light Video, Junior High - Senior High, 00:14:26, Allegro Productions., 2001 This edition of Science Screen Report examines the importance of the Sun's electromagnetic energy, and how light makes life on Earth possible. Focusing on the properties of visible light and their relation to human perception, the program demonstrates how different wavelengths of light determine color, how various surfaces reflect or absorb light, and the importance of light as a communication tool throughout human history. A viewable/printable instructor's guide is available online. Produced in association with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology and the Junior Engineering Technical Society. (14 minutes)
Rocking The Light: Exploration Nation Video, Primary - Intermediate, 00:07:15, Enzoology, 2015 In this enlightening lesson, Team XN visits High End Systems to learn about the properties of light and how the biggest music acts in the world use physics to dazzle audiences.
Light: Real World Science Video, Primary - Junior High, 00:15:48, Mazzarella Media, 2014 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, resulting in reflection, refraction and absorption, and they will explore the color spectrum using prisms and paints.
The Science Of Light: Show Me Science: Chemistry & Physics Series Video, Primary - Junior High, 00:17:37, TMW Media Group, 2008 The human eye may only be capable of seeing a small fraction of the electromagnetic spectrum that comes off the sun, but without this ability to see visible light portion of the spectrum we'd be unable to function. Show Me Science: The Science of Light studies the light that the sun produces, and its effects on Earth's life forms. The program also demonstrates how a solar eclipse takes place, how light is reflected and seen by the human eye, and how light is much more than just a visual medium in its use as a communication tool in lasers.
Physical Science - Surface Tension
Surface Tension Full Proof: Scientific Experiments Outdoors Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:13:05, NPO/Netherlands Public Broadcasting, 2013 Maureen is 12-years-old and lives at a tulip plantation in the North of the Netherlands. While walking through the fields, she regularly finds water on the surface of the tulip leaves. In this program, she experiments with water drops and surface tension.
Living Science
Photosynthesis Video, Junior High - Senior High, 00:23:11, Visual Learning, 2010 Almost all life either directly or indirectly depends on one of the most important biological processes on the planet photosynthesis. Through easy-to-understand graphics and colorful animations, the complex chemical process of photosynthesis is explored. The various structures involved in photosynthesis, transpiration, and transport are also highlighted. Concepts and terminology include: chloroplast, photosystem, light reactions, light-independent reactions, carbon fixation, pigments, photon, absorption, spectrum, chlorophyll, carotenoids, electron transport, photophosphorylation, Calvin Cycle, and C4 plants.
Food Chains Video, Preschool/Kindergarten - Intermediate, 00:10:31, Visual Learning, 2012 It is fascinating to explore the energy relationships between living things. This exciting video investigates the process of living things producing energy, consuming it, and breaking it down. Food chains and food webs visually illustrate these relationships.
Backyard Science: Bees Video, Primary - Intermediate, 00:12:22, Phoenix Learning Group, 1992 Uncover how honey bees live and consider their importance to humans. Tour a bee's body, colony, and hive.
Earth & Space Science
Earthquakes : Natural Disaster or Natural Phenomena? Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:17:52, Film Ideas, 2006 A virtual what, how, when, where, why and wow of Mother Natures most wild side. Program includes carefully chaptered segments covering all the principal elements of understanding. An earthquake can be one of the most destructive natural disasters on Earth! It comes without warning and in a matter of seconds can level a city.
Hurricanes : Natural Disaster or Natural Phenomena? Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:17:41, Film Ideas, 2006 A virtual what, how, when, where, why and wow of Mother Natures most wild side. Program includes carefully chaptered segments covering all the principal elements of understanding. Hurricanes are nature's giants, some reaching up to nine miles tall!! But one thing is nearly certain every year there will be a few hurricanes that do hit land. From space, a hurricane looks like a giant, circular, swirling cloud with a hole in the center. The hole is called the eye of the storm. A hurricane is one of the biggest, most dramatic shows that Nature can put on. It's an extreme example of our global weather system in action. A hurricane is an awe-inspiring event but one you'll want to observe from a safe distance!
Tornadoes : Natural Disaster or Natural Phenomena? Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:17:57, Film Ideas, 2006 A virtual what, how, when, where, why and wow of Mother Natures most wild side. Program includes carefully chaptered segments covering all the principal elements of understanding. We live in an ocean of air. It's all around us, everyplace, all the time ... so most of the time we don't even think about it. We only notice air when it moves when it becomes a wind. Wind can be part of a storm that can make for messy weather. In certain parts of the country people have to watch out for one of the most dangerous forms that wind can take, tornadoes!
Tsunamis : Natural Disaster or Natural Phenomena? Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:14:33, Film Ideas, 2006 A virtual what, how, when, where, why and wow of Mother Natures most wild side. Program includes carefully chaptered segments covering all the principal elements of understanding. One of the worst natural disasters in history happened in December of 2004. It was a tsunami. A massive wall of water crashed on to the shore in Indonesia. It smashed into villages and swept away almost everything in its path. But a tsunami is just another sign that Mother Nature is continuing her natural process of change. Fortunately for us, dangerous tsunamis are also extremely rare.
Volcanoes: Natural Disaster or Natural Phenomena? Video, Intermediate - Junior High, 00:17:08, Film Ideas, 2006 A virtual what, how, when, where, why and wow of Mother Natures most wild side. Program includes carefully chaptered segments covering all the principal elements of understanding. Volcanoes are part of the natural process of the earth. They can bring terrible disaster. But they also have a lot of benefits for humans. Some of the best farmland in the world is in soil created by volcanoes.
Water and the Oceans Video, Preschool/Kindergarten - Senior High, 00:00:35, QA International, 2005 Water on earth is found in lakes and rivers, oceans and seas. Oceans cover over two thirds of the planet and provide the phenomena of tides, tsunamis and waves.
Dew and Fog Video, Preschool/Kindergarten - Senior High, 00:01:07, QA International, 2005 Dew and fog are condensation phenomena at ground level. When the ground cools to the temperature at which the air is saturated with water vapor, dew forms as a drop of water on a cool surface like a plant in the morning. Fog is a cloud at ground level formed when the ground cools.