What's happening to Earth's core? - Shannon Odell
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Published 2023-07-13
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A hydrogen atom is traveling high within the outermost layer of Earth’s atmosphere. This particular atom first entered the exosphere millions of years ago, but today it overcomes Earth’s gravitational pull and escapes, joining the roughly 90 tons of material that leak out of our atmosphere each day. Should we be worried about these leaks? Shannon Odell digs into our planet’s imperfect plumbing.
Lesson by Shannon Odell, directed by Eva Münnich, Strange Beast.
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All Comments (21)
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It baffles me how such well-explained videos of the most complicated topics are so underrated. Through the intriguing animation, they are able to bring alarming situations to the attention of their viewers. The efforts that go into these videos are beyond commendable. Please never stop producing this valuable content ever.
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Thank you for shedding light on this critical issue, and as an environmental engineer, I couldn't agree more with the concerns raised in this video. The leaking methane gas from abandoned wells is a serious contributor to climate change, posing significant risks to our planet's future. It's disheartening to see some companies prioritize short-term profits over environmental responsibility. We must hold them accountable and demand better practices for the sake of our planet and future generations. Let's continue spreading awareness about this issue and working towards sustainable solutions. Together, we can make a difference and create a more sustainable and livable world.
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Volcanos are just earth's zits.
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We appreciate this channel a lot. We learn so many significant lessons.
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No word is enough to appreciate this piece of animation ❤
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The animation is soooooo impressive!!!!! Good job!!!
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This video, along with many others produced by the TedEd team never cease to amaze me with their awesome quality. 🙌 Thank you TedEd! ❤
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Tell me why I teared up at the Sad Earth. You had no right making it so lovable.
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I always wanted to know how mars lost its magnetic field, now knowing it, it is pretty sad to know that earth will have the same destiny someday
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I started watching this channel because of my science teacher showed us one of your videos, then I went home to watch more of your videos, i have been watching every video since! I just thought that was cool, that my science teacher showed that one video 2 years ago!
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I never thought the earth could be this leaky
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This channel is 1 month and 10 days older than me. I watched Ted Ed all the time and I still do. Thank you for making these videos, entertaining people, giving people knowledge and so much more. Thank you ted ed, thank you!! 🌸✨😍😊
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I am absolutely in love with this animation style. ♡
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Love the 3d style of the video
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The animation in this one was like Corporate Memphis meets claymation. Kudos to the team at studio cool!
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The video is amazing as always, but can we take a moment to appreciate how well done the motion graphics are? This is some top quality graphic prowess right there.
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Amazing animation...thought process linking content with specific scene is outstanding 👏👏
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Really love the animation/art style. Almost has a claymation type of effect, pretty neat.
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That would be terrifying
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the animation is adorable, and informatively alarming at the same time
