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NIGHT-TIME MYSTERIES: The Science of Sleep πŸŒ™ πŸ›Œ

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Β© Fun Kids Length 00:27:32 5 April 2025 Episode 417 Age: 6-10 , 11plus Topics: Science Country: UK Type: Episodic

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Β© Fun Kids Length 00:27:32 5 April 2025 Episode 417 Age: 6-10 , 11plus Topics: Science Country: UK Type: Episodic

MIDWEEKLY: Why Is The Ocean Salty? πŸŒŠπŸ§‚

MIDWEEKLY: Why Is The Ocean Salty? πŸŒŠπŸ§‚

This is an episodic podcast, so you can listen to it in any order, but episode one is a great place to start.

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It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly!

In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of sleep!

Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a ground-breaking discovery- scientists now believe that water may have existed on Earth 600 million years earlier than previously thought. Next, we unpack Saturday's solar eclipse, breaking down what happened, where it was visible, and the best spots to catch the breath-taking view. Finally, rocket scientist Dr. John Alistair joins Dan to break down what went wrong with Europe’s rocket launch in Norway last week.

Then, we answer your questions! Joseph wants to know the science behind earthquakes. And renowned British neuroscientist, Sophie Scott joins Dan to answer Freddy's question: WhyΒ  do we cry?

In Dangerous Dan, we learn all about the Perentie Lizard which is native to Australia.

In Battle of the Sciences, Dr. Vladyslav Vyazovskiy discusses the science of sleep and why animals hibernate for so long…

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