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Join us for this two-minute podcast where we explore a different scientific concept each week. Did you know that a Scottish mountain helped measure the weight of the Earth, or that octopuses are am... more
FAQs about A Spark of Science:How many episodes does A Spark of Science have?The podcast currently has 269 episodes available.
March 04, 2024189: Nature's Engineers - BeaversWhat do beaver dams actually do? In this week's episode, discover how beavers play an important role in our ecosystems. ...more3minPlay
February 26, 2024188: Why is snot helpful?Why do we sneeze? And why does the stuff in our tissues turn that colour? Find out in this week's episode!...more2minPlay
February 19, 2024187: Wearing your school uniform is good for youIn this episode, learn about how the clothes you wear can change your mood and focus. Maybe there's a benefit to that school uniform after all!...more2minPlay
February 12, 2024186: Why do dogs pee on everything?Let's explore canine communication. Why do dogs have to pee so much? And why is it an important part of their social lives?...more2minPlay
February 05, 2024185: GemstonesHave you ever wondered what makes a gemstone different from a plain old rock? Find out as we explore this hidden world of jewels....more3minPlay
January 29, 2024184: Vitamin C and ScurvyYou might have heard that sailors used to get scurvy. But what causes scurvy, and what does broccoli have to do with it? Find out in this week's episode!...more2minPlay
January 22, 2024183: Mars Sample Return MissionNothing we have sent to Mars has ever come back. Is this something that may happen soon? Join us to find out more about the Mars space missions!...more3minPlay
January 15, 2024182: Dinosaur FootprintsWere there dinosaurs in Scotland? What are trace fossils, and why are they important? Listen to this week's episode to find out!...more3minPlay
January 08, 2024181: What is Precipitation?Rain, snow, sleet - we're used to wet weather in Scotland. How can water fall from the sky in so many different ways? Join us as we explore the science behind precipitation. ...more3minPlay
January 01, 2024180: Winter SolsticeJoin us as we explore the science of the Winter Solstice! What is it? When is it? And how does it happen? Find out in this weeks seasonal episode!...more2minPlay
FAQs about A Spark of Science:How many episodes does A Spark of Science have?The podcast currently has 269 episodes available.