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Five Science "Facts" That Are Widely Believed but Wrong

Arvin Ash via YouTube

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Explore five commonly believed scientific "facts" that are actually misconceptions in this informative video. Learn why there is gravity in space, how certain phenomena can exceed the speed of light without violating physics, the true mechanics of bee flight, the relationship between humans and chimpanzees in evolution, and what the Big Bang theory actually explains about the universe's origins. Gain a deeper understanding of these scientific concepts and challenge popular misconceptions through clear explanations and examples.

Syllabus

Intro
There's no gravity in space
Gravity has infinite reach, but...
Nothing can go faster than light
How "light" can go faster than light
Bees shouldn't be able to fly
We would be screwed without bees
We evolved from chimps
Evolution is just a theory!
Big bang explains the creation of the universe

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Arvin Ash

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