The Science of Sex
Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the fascinating world of evolution and reproduction in this 25-minute talk by Sally Le Page at The Royal Institution. Explore intriguing topics such as sexual conflict, mate selection, and unusual reproductive strategies in the animal kingdom. Discover mind-controlling sperm, penguin prostitution, and the impact of jealousy on sperm production. Learn about male frogs' overzealous mating behaviors and the caring nature of bush cricket spouses. Enjoy musical interludes throughout this entertaining and informative presentation, which offers a light-hearted yet scientifically grounded exploration of animal and human sex lives. Note that this talk contains references to sex and mild language.
Syllabus
The Science of Sex - with Sally Le Page
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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