Journey to the Microcosmos: How We Find Our Microbes
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The video titled "Journey to the Microcosmos: How We Find Our Microbes" explores the fascinating world of microbes and the techniques used to collect them. Part of the "Journey to the Microcosmos" series, this educational content parallels the excitement of games like "Pokemon Go" with real-world scientific exploration. Viewers are introduced to the concept of the microcosmos, a hidden universe of microorganisms accessible through microscopy. The video explains methods for collecting samples, from ponds and lakes to biofilms, using tools like pipettes and plankton nets. It highlights the diversity of microbial life and the environments where they thrive, such as Antarctic extremes or soil affected by wet-dry cycles. This video is instrumental in teaching concepts of microbiology, microscopy, and scientific observation, making it a valuable resource for understanding our surroundings at a microscopic level.
Media Details
Runtime: 7 minutes 42 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Bacteria, Biology, Microbiology, Microscopy, Science Experiments, Science Methods
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: Complexly
- Series: Journey to the Microcosmos
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