Reactions Science Videos | April 02, 2019
There are thousands of species of birds and with great numbers come great biodiversity. Birds are among the most colorful animals on the planet so today we're taking a look at how birds use science to employ a wide range of chemical and physical tricks when it comes to feathers.
Sources:
How many bird species
Bird Colors
Ultraviolet
Parrots
Superblack birds
Ultraviolet puffins
Structural colors
Carotenoids
Flamingos
Canaries
Carotenoid metabolism in bird
Melanins in birds
Birds eating pigments
Porphyrins
Structural Coloration
Ever wonder why dogs sniff each others' butts? Or how Adderall works? Or whether it's OK to pee in the pool? We've got you covered: Reactions a web series about the chemistry that surrounds you every day.
Produced by the American Chemical Society.
Related Videos
You Might Also Like
Popular Chemistry
Culinary Chemistry
Check out these other ACS science videos and podcasts highlighting cutting-edge research from ACS journals and fascinating, weird and timely topics.