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10 Science Channels That Are Worth a Sub on YouTube

If you're going to spend time watching videos on YouTube, why not learn something while you're at it? Whether you like slow-motion videos of explosions, crazy chemistry and physics demos, or simple explanations of complex science concepts, the following 10 YouTube channels are worth your subscription.

By Amber Bennett

 

1. Physics Girl

Source: YouTube/Physics Girl

Dianna Cowern's Physics Girl channel features demos, experiments, and other cool stuff (be sure to check out her 1,800-mile test drive of a hydrogen fuel cell car). If you have just started studying physics or would like to brush up on the basics, we recommend starting with this playlist.

2. Vsauce

Source: YouTube/Vsauce

Michael Stevens' Vsauce channel covers a wide variety of subjects, including space, art, physics, and human behavior. His physics videos answer such questions as "Which way is down?" and "How much does a shadow weigh?" You can check out his physics videos on this playlist.

3. Veritasium

Source: YouTube/Veritasium

Veritasium covers a wide variety of science and math topics and includes some cool demos and experiments. In a recent video, he rented a helicopter to investigate a controversial physics question: "How does a uniform cable beneath a helicopter hang?"

4. minutephysics

Source: YouTube/minutephysics

If you have a minute (or a few), you should check out this channel. Henry Reich's minutephysics offers videos that answer interesting science questions, such as "Should you run or walk in the rain?" and "What do atoms actually look like?"

5. TheBackyardScientist

Source: YouTube/TheBackyardScientist

If you're looking for videos of big and possibly dangerous science experiments, check out TheBackyardScientist. In fact, this YouTube channel comes with a disclaimer for those considering repeating them at home. Our favorite videos from this channel include the fire pit tornado and the collapsible glider powered by a potato cannon.

6. Mark Rober

Source: YouTube/Mark Rober

Mark Rober is a mechanical engineer who's worked for both Apple and NASA. He even worked on the Mars Curiosity Rover (you can see his video about the landing here). Two more videos worth a watch are the Backyard Squirrel Maze 1.0- Ninja Warrior Course and the follow-up Backyard Squirrel Maze 2.0- The Walnut Heist.

7. SmarterEveryDay

Source: YouTube/SmarterEveryDay

SmarterEveryDay offers a wide variety of fun science experiments and demos. Physics enthusiasts should definitely check out this series of videos on how helicopters work. If you're looking for a fun science demo, check out What does a Gong Sound Like when Hit with a 1189mph Baseball?

8. Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell

Source: YouTube/Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell

Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell features animated videos on a wide variety of topics. The Germany-based team behind this channel aims to inspire viewers to be curious about the world. We recommend checking out the videos about the universe's largest black hole and neutron stars.

9. SciShow Kids

Source: YouTube/SciShow Kids

SciShow Kids is a fantastic channel for curious kiddos (it's aimed at grades 1-3, but our preschooler enjoys the videos, too). Whether your children are interested in learning about animals, dinosaurs, or space, there is content aplenty on this channel for them to enjoy.

10. SciShow

Source: YouTube/SciShow

We can't mention SciShow Kids without talking about its sister channel, SciShow. This prolific channel features videos on everything from human evolution to the physics of finger snapping. Whether you are into physics, chemistry, biology, or space, you will find dozens of high-quality videos to watch on this channel.

Bonus: Bennett Science

Source: YouTube/Bennett Science

Now that we've shared 10 science channels that we subscribe to on YouTube, we'd like to ask you to check out our channel, Bennett Science. Andrew made many of the videos to help his AP physics students outside of the classroom, but our channel also offers physics life hacks, resources for teachers, and a few attempts to recreate the famous Cavendish gravity experiment (new videos on this topic will be coming later this year). Thanks for your sub!

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