Climate explained: how particles ejected from the Sun affect Earth’s climate
25 Mar 2021

Climate explained: how particles ejected from the Sun affect Earth’s climate

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When the Sun ejects solar particles into space, how does this affect the Earth and climate? Are clouds affected by these particles? Use this resource with Year 4, 7, 9 and 10 Chemistry and Earth and Space students who are … Continued
Antarctica: Twilight zone
22 Mar 2021

Antarctica: Twilight zone

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What causes the length of day and night to change in the Twilight Zone? This extended resource is designed for Year 7 Earth and Space students who are learning about daylight hours. It covers the changing seasons, location and latitude, … Continued
Fire, floods and ice
18 Feb 2021

Fire, floods and ice

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How Antarctic science helps us understand Australian weather and climate. The last Australian summer delivered hot weather and bushfires on scales not recorded before, followed closely by heavy rains and flooding. Why then, should we be thinking about science on … Continued
Tectonic timelapse
9 Feb 2021

Tectonic timelapse

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This just in: one billion years of Earth’s history in 40 seconds. This mesmerising timelapse video and resource are best suited to Year 9 Earth and Space students who are learning about plate tectonics and how the Earth has changed … 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
Worldwide 100% renewable energy possible by 2050, claims detailed plan
5 Nov 2020

Worldwide 100% renewable energy possible by 2050, claims detailed plan

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A detailed roadmap for 139 countries outlines a path to a future powered entirely by wind, water and solar energy. This excellent article details one way renewable, clean energy could be implemented, and details scientific, policy and media debate. It … Continued
Cold green life: the climate scientist balancing Antarctic research and sustainable living
11 Sep 2018

Cold green life: the climate scientist balancing Antarctic research and sustainable living

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What does being interested in Climate Change lead to in terms of a career? How do we know climate change is even happening – isn’t there still conflicting evidence? Nerilie Abram is living the dream, and trying to ensure it … Continued
Cane Toads don’t care about the climate
8 May 2018

Cane Toads don’t care about the climate

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems; Genetics; Lifecycles Additional: Careers Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems; Diversity and Evolution; Form and Function Years: 5, 6, 7, 10 Cane toads don’t give a damn about the weather Cane toads … Continued