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
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
Wine with a touch of Eucalyptus?
29 Oct 2020

Wine with a touch of Eucalyptus?

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The science of Indigenous Australian fermentation. This article is suitable for Year 7 and 8 Biology students learning about wine or Indigenous agricultural science, and Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 Chemistry students learning about fermentation and organic compounds.   … Continued
A small history of the microbiome
1 Jul 2020

A small history of the microbiome

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Every year on June 27, World Microbiome Day is a chance to showcase what microbes are and their importance in health and everyday life. This brief article demonstrates the importance of an understanding of microbes and microbiomes by both scientists … Continued