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Underground Aquifer Water: Precision Farming (2008)

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Despite its wonders, Earth's water cycle does not spread water evenly around the planet. The Ogallala AquiferÂ’s huge underground reservoir of water gives the relatively dry Central Plains states such as Nebraska a large but limited irrigation source. But the aquifer's water is being used up faster than it is beng replenished.

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Elementary
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Length: 
00:09
Underground Aquifer Water: Precision Farming

E-Pirates of the Digital Age: Copyright Issues in Software and Music (2007)

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This program will analyze a variety of contemporary issues which are related to the use of ICT in society focusing specifically on piracy and copyright of computer-related media, including software, games and music. New technology has had an incredible impact on the way people use information.

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Middle
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00:27
E-Pirates of the Digital Age: Copyright Issues in Software and Music

Nanotechnology. An Introduction (2007)

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This program begins with an explanation of nanotechnology, and then demonstrates micrometers and nanometers. Viewers will also examine the special properties of nanoparticles, the gecko effect, carbon nanotubes, surface energy; hydrophilic and hydrophobic surfaces as well as the lotus effect.

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Middle
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00:26
Nanotechnology. An Introduction