What causes the oily film on black tea?
11 Nov 2021

What causes the oily film on black tea?

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Researchers take a closer look at the physics and chemist-tea. Learn about the compound responsible for the oily film on your tea in this resource for Year 8 Chemistry students. Word Count: 399 The oily film that sometimes forms on … Continued
How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats
28 May 2021

How evolution engineered nature’s underwater acrobats

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Swim like a sea lion, splash like a seal. This fascinating article discusses how biology and engineering have come together to learn about the evolution of seals. It is best suited to students in Years 4, 5, 7 and 10 … Continued
Blood droplets travel in all directions in crime scenes
20 May 2021

Blood droplets travel in all directions in crime scenes

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New analysis examines the physics of blood from close-range gunshot wounds. This resource is best suited to students in Years 7, 8 and 9 who are learning about forces and particles. The article shows an application of Physics and Chemistry … Continued
Honey Goes With The Flow
22 Oct 2020

Honey Goes With The Flow

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Honey coatings reverse the rules of viscosity. This resource is suitable for Year 7 and 8 Chemistry and Physics students learning about movement of liquids and hydrophobic forces.   Word Count: 459 Plug it into the wall Drops of honey … Continued