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Classical vs. Transgenic Breeding

Classical vs. Transgenic Breeding

This video segment from FRONTLINE/NOVA: "Harvest of Fear" explains that genetic engineering and classical breeding both alter the genetic makeup of crop plants.

9-12

Video

Deep-Sea Bestiary

Deep-Sea Bestiary

This interactive from NOVA describes the physical and behavioral traits of some of the least-known and most unlikely creatures on Earth.

6-8

Interactive

Mammals Get Their Chance

Mammals Get Their Chance

In this video segment adapted from NOVA, animations of an asteroid hitting Earth are used to illustrate this widely accepted theory of dinosaur extinction and the resulting conditions that favored mammals.

K-5

Video

Shark Attack! The Hunt

Shark Attack! The Hunt

This interactive feature from the NOVA "Shark Attack!" Web site details the six senses sharks use to find and capture their prey.

6-8

Interactive

What Is a Planet?

What Is a Planet?

This video segment, adapted from NOVA scienceNOW, presents the ongoing debate over the definition of a planet, including the status of Pluto. OER Level

3-12

Video