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Multiple Moonlets Maketh Mystery
Science, Maths & Technology

Multiple Moonlets Maketh Mystery

...system, which were unexplained by the pre-space exploration theories. Multiple impact Hypothesis However, like before, floors can still be found. It was Ringwood, the founder of the earlier disproved binary formation model, who exposed the flaws in the giant impact hypothesis and attempted to reimagine the theory. He stated in his 1989 paper “Collisions by much smaller...
The house doesn't always win
Digital & Computing

The house doesn't always win

...systems, to heating systems and lightbulbs can connect to the internet – either to receive content (such as movies and music), or to allow for remote monitoring (‘how warm is my house right now?’) or control (turn the oven on, I’m on my way home). The thermometer was used to monitor the water temperature in an aquarium and sent data over the casino’s wireless...
Introducing computing and IT
Digital & Computing

Introducing computing and IT

...systems at the time, introduced subscriber trunk dialling (STD). This advance in technology allowed users to make long-distance calls directly, without an operator, and to be charged only for the actual duration of the call. The telephone became easier and much cheaper to use. As a result, more people began to use it and for longer calls. Over time, the telephone has...
Level 1: Introductory 10 hrs
Fused deposition modelling (FDM)
Science, Maths & Technology

Fused deposition modelling (FDM)

...system. Three-dimensional structures can be formed by adding material onto previously deposited material...FDM cannot handle overhanging structures with much success. Therefore, systems are often equipped with a second extrusion head for depositing 'sacrificial' material. This is commonly dissolved in a solvent that does not affect the properties of the build material....
Social Science
Society, Politics & Law

Social Science

...systems of belief. Complementary approaches Comparing social and natural sciences, the need for both perspectives for full understanding. Influence of Social Science The impact the study of social science has had since the 19th century. Knowledge - what is it? The relative status of different kinds of knowledge, scientific knowledge and its supposed objectivity. The...
Audio 1 hr 24 mins
What is Blockchain?
Digital & Computing

What is Blockchain?

...system it is very open. In addition to the source code being openly available, a key feature of blockchains is that in principle every user has their own copy of the entire blockchain. In fact, there is no central or master copy, simply the multiple copies held by the volunteers in the user community. Volunteers are rewarded for their effort through a number of...
Sut y gallaf ymdopi â straen arholiadau?
Education & Development

Sut y gallaf ymdopi â straen arholiadau?

...system nerfol awtonomig yn dechrau gweithio. Mae hyn yn beth da i ddechrau, gan ei fod yn actifadu'r system hon sy'n rhyddhau'r adrenalin niwrogemegol - ac mae hyn yn eich ysgogi i fynd ati a chanolbwyntio ar eich gwaith. Fodd bynnag, mae'r broblem yn dechrau pan fydd cyfnodau o straen yn ymestyn. Pan fydd hyn yn digwydd, bydd y rhan sympathetig yn gweithio'n barhaol, gan...
What is Law?
Society, Politics & Law

What is Law?

...system of rules that regulate the conduct of people in society. Compliance with the law is enforced by the state via the courts. Law exerts social control, creates enforceable rights and obligations, and resolves disputes. STEPHANIE PYWELL: But most of us just try not to ‘break’ law. Does it affect law-abiding citizens? CAROLINE DERRY: Absolutely! Law affects many...
Video 10 mins