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Metric System - explained simply

The Metric System is a universal way to measure many different things. But how does it work and who invented it? We explain these and other aspects of the Metric System in this simpleshow. Click here to see more videos: https://alugha.com/mysimpleshow Authors: Roman Ilyushenko, Nicolai Nobis The

Mercator's world map

In 1569, Gerhard Mercator presented his world map to the public for the first time. The 1 meter 34 by 2 meter 12 meter card was given the title addition: "for marine use". It was later divided into 20 single sheets and published in a book. Long awaited by the captains of the world. Author: ZDF/Terr

8 Signs You Have a Weak Sense of Self

How well do you know yourself? Besides your favorite color and food, do you know your own interests, hobbies, and strengths? If you struggle to answer this, you may have a weak sense of self. With some work and mindfulness, you can always make yours stronger! Writer: Ria Parikh Script Editor: Isado

ScienceCasts: Reshuffling Heat on a Warming Planet

Earth's oceans could be concealing a mystery about climate change. Researchers have recently found evidence of hidden heat hundreds of meters below the ocean's surface. Visit http://science.nasa.gov/ for more. Click here to see more videos: https://alugha.com/NASA

Giant plants in Madeira

On the island of Madeira there are trees that became extinct on the European continent millions of years ago: Laurel trees which are up to 40 meters high. Why has the laurel forest survived here? Creator: ZDF/Terra X/E. z. Eulenburg, I. Zink, Oliver Roetz, WENDEVARGA, Region Five Translation and

Structure and function of a giraffe neck

A giraffe's neck is up to 2.50 meters long, weighs around 250 kilograms and is held in place by only one tendon and seven cervical vertebras. It is a particular challenge to the vascular system when the giraffe bends its head down to drink. Author: ZDF/Terra X/R.Marel/C.Gerisch/SpiegelTV/Jochen Sch

The Humboldt Current

This ocean current transports cold, nutrient-rich deep water from Antarctica northward along the west coast of South America. Every second it moves 15 million cubic meters of water, about 75 million full bathtubs. Author: ZDF/Terra X/R.Marel/S.Hillmann/C.Gerisch/A.Kindler/SpiegelTV/Maximilian Mohr

The formation of the Alps

The Alps are Central Europe's highest mountains, towering as high as 4800 meters. Today, mainly the harsh weather shapes the Alps. But the forces that formed these mountains came from within the Earth. Author: ZDF/Terra X/Bilderfest/Florian Breier, Christian Stiefenhofer/Michi Kern/Klaus Wache/Tob