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Chemistry is the branch of science that deals with matter, the elements that make up everything in the universe and how they interact. Learn more about chemistry.
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Compounds: Chemistry Basics
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Chemistry is the branch of science that deals with matter, the elements that make up everything in the universe and how they interact. Learn more about chemistry.
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Science Trek is a place where parents, kids, and educators can watch short, educational videos on a variety of science topics. Every Monday Science Trek releases a new video that introduces children to math, science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) career potentials in a fun, informative way.More from This Collection
States of Matter: What’s the State of Things?
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What are the states of matter? (4m 22s)
States of Matter: Rethinking Chips
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How do scientists use the states of matter to create new inventions? (5m 27s)
Force and Motion: Force Makes the World Move
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Find out more about Sir Isaac Newton’s laws of force and motion at the amusement park, Silverwood. (4m 7s)
Force and Motion: Force and Motion Rule!
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Scientists need to understand the laws of Force and Motion to travel in space. Why? (6m 10s)
Light and Color: Hidden in Plain Light
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Color is determined by a wavelength, your eyes, and your brain. (4m 39s)
Light and Color: Use Color to Pop a Balloon
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Can you use a laser to pop some balloons and not others? (4m 15s)
Chemistry: Do Try This at Home
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Learn how to test items at home to see if they are a base or an acid. (7m 16s)
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Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorshipCompounds: Can a chemical change be reversed?
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Can a chemical change be reversed? (1m 6s)
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Funding is provided by the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation, the Idaho National Laboratory and Walmart and the Walmart Foundation