Chapter
The Amazing Adaptations of Marine Mammals
22:44 - 26:43 (03:58)
Learn about the amazing adaptations of marine mammals including their ability to tolerate low levels of oxygen and hold their breath for long periods of time while diving underwater.
Clips
The process of spacecraft landing entails thrusters to give a little bit of momentum going back up, and custom-made seats with springs underneath to absorb some of the impact.
22:44 - 24:25 (01:40)
Summary
The process of spacecraft landing entails thrusters to give a little bit of momentum going back up, and custom-made seats with springs underneath to absorb some of the impact. There is a similarity between learning in the deep ocean and space, and experiments conducted in space have produced fascinating results.
ChapterThe Amazing Adaptations of Marine Mammals
Episode"Jessica Meir"
PodcastSmartLess
Former astronaut Leland Melvin discusses his fascination with extreme environments and his previous research on the physiology of animals such as emperor penguins and bar-headed geese.
24:25 - 25:22 (00:56)
Summary
Former astronaut Leland Melvin discusses his fascination with extreme environments and his previous research on the physiology of animals such as emperor penguins and bar-headed geese.
ChapterThe Amazing Adaptations of Marine Mammals
Episode"Jessica Meir"
PodcastSmartLess
Learn how seals are able to survive longer underwater due to adaptations in their hemoglobin and myoglobin levels, allowing them to forage and hunt for prey while holding their breath for extended periods of time.
25:22 - 26:43 (01:21)
Summary
Learn how seals are able to survive longer underwater due to adaptations in their hemoglobin and myoglobin levels, allowing them to forage and hunt for prey while holding their breath for extended periods of time.