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100 Greatest Discoveries: Yellowstone's Volcano

The majority of Yellowstone Park is on top of an underground volcano that is 40 miles wide. Learn more about the underground volcano on The Science Channel's "100 Greatest Discvoeries."


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Essential and Endangered: Estuaries (1:18)

The ecotone characterized by the meeting of a river and the ocean is called an estuary.

U.S. Southern Colonies: Fort King George (1:25)

Georgia was the last of the Thirteen Colonies.

U.S. Southern Colonies: Tryon Palace (0:36)

North Carolina became a royal colony.

U.S. Southern Colonies: Bath, North Carolina (1:05)

Bath is the oldest town in North Carolina.

U.S. Southern Colonies: Maryland (2:14)

Maryland was founded as a proprietary colony.

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Discovery News: Mexican Market Sells Ancient Cures (1:18)

Whether you're looking for a love potion or a glimpse into the future, the Sonora Witchcraft Market in Mexico City is your one-stop shop. Learn more about this purveyor of ancient cures in this video from Discovery Channel.

Discovery Atlas: Xochimilco (2:32)

Learn why the floating gardens of Xochimilco -- ancient Aztec waterways -- are a world heritage site in this clip from "Discovery Atlas."

Discovery Atlas: Tijuana (2:53)

Mexico shares a 1,900 mile border with the United States. Tijuana, Mexico spreads along this line. Learn how Tijuana's location and culture have given it a singular -- and, at times, notorious -- place in both United States and Mexican culture.

Discovery Atlas: The Puebla Pottery of Mexico (2:08)

Artisans from Puebla are known throughout the world for their pottery and tile designs. Watch this Discovery Atlas video and learn what exactly makes these professionals so unique.

Discovery Atlas: The Day of the Dead (2:19)

Some of the most elaborate Day of the Dead celebrations take place in Cuanajo, Mexico. Watch this "Discovery Atlas" video to get a closer look at the Dia De La Muerte celebrations.

Discovery Atlas: Mine of Naica (2:40)

The mine of Naica, two hours south of Chihuahua, grows the largest crystals in the world. Learn more about crystals, Naica and Chihuahua in this video from "Discovery Atlas."

Discovery Atlas: Food in Mexico (2:08)

The cuisine of Mexico is as varied and unique as the people. Watch as this "Discovery Atlas" takes a look at the various exceptional and little-known national dishes of Mexico.

Discovery Atlas: Chiapas (2:39)

Located in southern Mexico, Chiapas is home to the largest indigenous population in North America. Watch as this clip from "Discovery Atlas" shines a spotlight on these unique communities.

Discovery Atlas: Aztec Monolith (2:23)

Check out this "Discovery Atlas" clip to learn more about how a recent discovery under modern day Mexico City revealed the largest Aztec sculpture ever to come to light.

Discovery News: Wave Killing Mud (1:46)

The Western coast of Louisiana has a special trick to combat killer waves -- gooey mud. In this Discovery News video, discover how the special mud absorbs the force of waves and even protects ships during storms.