Power Hiking Backpack
23 Feb 2021

Power Hiking Backpack

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Researchers have developed a backpack that will share the load. This short article describes an innovative new technology that could assist athletes, explorers and disaster rescuers. The resource is best suited to Year 8 and 10 Physics students learning about … Continued
How does electricity work?
11 Dec 2020

How does electricity work?

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How does electricity work? - Edie, age 5 This article and short video are designed for lower primary students who are exploring their world and asking questions. It does not directly relate to the curriculum for students of that age … Continued
Yes, electric cars are better for the environment
25 Mar 2020

Yes, electric cars are better for the environment

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Study confirms electric cars produce fewer emissions. Use this article with students in years 6, 8, 9, and 10 studying Physical or Chemical Sciences to show the importance of scientific predictions and modelling of carbon emissions. Word Count: 596 Is … Continued
Chief Scientist: We need to transform our world into a sustainable ‘electric planet’
3 Mar 2020

Chief Scientist: We need to transform our world into a sustainable ‘electric planet’

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“Make no mistake, this will be the biggest engineering challenge ever undertaken.” This article is suited to students in years 7-10 studying Chemical, Earth and Space or Physical Sciences. It links the importance of school curriculum knowledge with current and … Continued
Generating electricity ‘out of thin air’
18 Feb 2020

Generating electricity ‘out of thin air’

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Researchers unveil a new device powered by a microbe. An exciting development in technology, making connections between Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This resource is suitable for Physics years 6 and 10 and Senior Secondary National Curriculum for Biological Sciences. Word … Continued