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Don't even think about stepping foot into a lab until you drink a nice big cup of safe-ty. Safety lesson number one: do not listen to this descript...

Today we're playing with fire. Wait, we're not supposed to say playing...having fun with fire? Today's lesson is on the colors that can be emitted...

These figures may not be significant to you, but they matter to us, okay? Oh, and to Science. They matter a ton to Science.

Apparently matter can exist in four different states. That doesn't sound like too many. We're hoping it stays in California as long as we do.

Today we'll teach you about dimensional analysis. So far we only cover three dimensions, but if you happen to get your hands on a Mr. Fusion...let...

Honestly, though. How seriously can you take the metric system when it measures things in moles? How heavy is a standard mole? How do you keep it f...

Today we'll teach you how to accurately and precisely tell the difference between accuracy and precision. Of course, if you have no idea what those...

We know it may be hard to resist but if something falls from outer space and lands in your backyard, you probably shouldn't immediately rush over a...

Today's video is about a surfer trying to go faster than the speed of light. Seriously. Spoiler alert, though: he doesn't. Oh, and we'll also teach...

Having trouble with density? Don't worry, you're not dense. It's just a bit of a dense topic. Take a look at this video and we'll tell you everythi...

Yarr, we be talkin' about Planck's constant today. It doesn't actually have anything to do with pirates, but we'll take the opportunity to talk lik...

They're kind of like regular models, except instead of clothes they show off electrons. We don't advise any people making the same switch before go...

When you turn on a light, what comes out? Friends...or photons? Well, you'll know the answer as soon as you watch this video.

We know, metalloids totally sound like alien robots that shred it on electric guitars...but they're actually substances with some properties of met...

Don't let any atoms near us. We heard that they're "part tickles" and we're having none of that. No sir. You have fun watching this video about cal...

Today we're learning about how forgetful transition metals can be. They lose electrons just about as quick as they find them. They'd probably lose...

Today we'll be discussing atomic theory and plum pudding. Pro-tip: don't go into this video hungry like we did. You may end up focusing on the wron...

Today we're learning all about diagrams that tell us how many valence electrons an element has. Just remember not to go judging an element by its v...

Periodically throughout your life, you're going to have to learn about the periodic table. Today's lesson about history and nothing but history. Pe...

We're not going to lie, this video's about alkali....and alkaline metals. Oh and spoiler alert: Those aren't styles of heavy metal. Sorry if we got...

If the Queen cuts the cheese is it considered a noble gas? Oh boy, even we thought we were above that one. Today's video is about none other than noble gases. 

Today we'll go go over some of the proper glassware in chemistry and how to use it. Remember, no matter how tasty any of the chemicals look, you probably shouldn't drink them. Oh and only fools try to pour things out of TC glassware. 

You may not know it, but matter can go through a bunch of different phases. And we're not even talking about that romantic vampire phase it went through last year. We're pretending that one didn't happen.

Get ready, Shmoopers, today we're going to take things subatomic. But not in the dangerous way that Ant Man did. We're not as brave as he is.

Were you aware that there's radiation? Well now you are. Nailed it. Oh...we guess you should probably watch the video too so you know why you should be aware. That might help.

Today we'll learn a shorthand way of noting the electrons in an element. You may notice it still seems a little long. Hm. Maybe someone could come up with a shorthand for the shorthand? A mini-hand? Tiny-hand? Baby-hand? Wugh. Now we're just thinking of tons of wiggly baby-hands.

We hope you're as excited as the electrons in fireworks are, because today we're learning about fireworks. Just make sure you don't end up unstable like they do. We're not allowing any explosions today, or even this month for that matter.

Isn't it ionic? Don't you think?

At last, folks, the moment you've all been waiting for. The exciting conclusion to physical and chemical properties. Will Barry return from Jupiter? Will the chicken be exactly 1500 grams? Only time (and this video) will tell.

We'd theorize that you probably know what laws are, but what about scientific laws? Turns out if you break those, you won't be arrested. You'll probably actually be congratulated.

When sciencing, it's always important to make as few errors as possible. Especially the careless kind. Those errors can take your eyebrows. Today's lesson is about repetition and reliability to minimize the effects of such errors. On your results, not your eyebrows.

Today we're learning all about common components of scientific studies. And no, those do not include cackling maniacally while holding foaming beakers. That only happens rarely at best.

We here in the US have a certain...handicap when it comes to measuring things. We just can't seem to hop on that metric train. But not to worry, we can help you math your way around that.

Trends come and go periodically, but this periodic trend is here to stay. Forever. How is that possible? Check out the video to find out.

Today we're learning about quantum theory. We know, that sounds super-quantum-complicated but don't worry. We Shmoopified it for you. We're good like that.

Some chemicals have chemistry with other chemicals. Whether it's romantic bonding or...less romantic exploding, changes can occur when you put chemicals together. Today's lesson is all about those changes.

Like many people, elements have nicknames they go by instead of their full name. Shmoop even has one of those. But we'll never say it aloud. Shmoo is such a weird nickname. Oh no.

Ever wondered how dense you are? No, we're not leading you into some cruel joke. We mean literally. Today's video will show you how density can be calculated. We're talking mass and volume here, not intelligence, we promise.

A periodic table can help you figure out which elements have chemistry. Today's video will teach you all about how periodic tables are organized and what different placements and numbers say about each element. Make sure to take a look before playing matchmaker.

Ask any scientist, and they'll tell you that there's a scientific method to their scientific madness. Because that's just typical of the sort of dorky thing scientists like to say.