The science of the sausage sizzle
25 May 2022

The science of the sausage sizzle

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What’s actually in the sausage and bread you buy? And are there scientifically safer ways to cook it? Apply students' knowledge of living things and chemical reactions in this resource (including an experiment) about food science. It is best suited … Continued
What is the most important thing a scientist needs?
24 Mar 2022

What is the most important thing a scientist needs?

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What is the most important thing a scientist needs? - Lennox, age 6 Use this article to help students learn about the skills required to be a scientist and explore potential careers in science. This resource is best suited to … Continued
Sticky Business
14 Mar 2022

Sticky Business

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Ever wondered why some things are sticky and others aren’t? Applied mathematician SOPHIE CALABRETTO explains the chemical attraction of garlic and the magic of tackifiers. Apply knowledge of elements, compounds and chemical reactions, and learn about chemical attraction in this … Continued
Toothpaste Truths: the chemistry of toothpaste
2 Dec 2021

Toothpaste Truths: the chemistry of toothpaste

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What goes into the pea-sized splotch of brush-additive paste with which (most of us) start and end each day? Ellen Phiddian gets up close and personal with the ingredients on the label. Apply knowledge of elements, compounds and chemical reactions, … Continued
Phenomena – Episode 1: Energy
23 Sep 2021

Phenomena – Episode 1: Energy

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Energy is at the foundation of all change in the universe. Chemical reactions reveal explosive and vivid patterns that visualise the power and beauty of energy. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival and was … Continued
Synthesis of ATP
9 Sep 2021

Synthesis of ATP

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A visualisation of the molecular mechanisms that power your cells and tissues, converting food and air into the flow of chemical energy that makes your body be alive. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival … Continued
The Chemistry of Soap
7 Jun 2021

The Chemistry of Soap

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A few minor cosmetic tweaks aside, the basic recipe for soap has endured for millennia. Jacinta Bowler looks at its literal love-hate relationship with water, its potency against a planet-busting virus, and why any attempts to improve upon it just … Continued
Rising in the yeast
17 Mar 2021

Rising in the yeast

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The science of sourdough bread is anything but run of the mill. Kelly Wong gets a starter lesson from sourdough librarian Karl De Smedt. Apply students' knowledge of chemical reactions in this resource about the science of bread baking. It … Continued
Studying the red planet
22 Feb 2021

Studying the red planet

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As new probes reach Mars, here’s what we know so far from trips to the red planet. This resource covers science outcomes across all sciences from Years 5-10. It may be of particular interest to students learning about the needs … Continued
Engineers have built machines to scrub CO₂ from the air.
2 Feb 2021

Engineers have built machines to scrub CO₂ from the air.

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But will it halt climate change? This resource is best suited to Year 8, 9 and 10 Earth and Space and Chemistry students who are learning about CO2 emissions and technological advances that can help reduce levels in the atmosphere. … Continued