D.I.Y Science – Make your own Rocket
13 Aug 2021

D.I.Y Science – Make your own Rocket

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The D.I.Y. Science series contains some of our favourite experiments for kids to try at home. They are designed to help school teachers and carers inspire a child’s curiosity in science. It's time to get hands-on. This episode shows students … Continued
Explainer: Landing Rovers With Newton’s Laws
3 Mar 2021

Explainer: Landing Rovers With Newton’s Laws

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How to land a Mars rover when you’re many, many millions of kilometres away. This resource explains each of Newton's laws and how they are used to land rovers, like Perseverance, on Mars. It is best suited to Year 7 … Continued
So, why a cone-shaped meteorite?
7 Dec 2020

So, why a cone-shaped meteorite?

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It’s just the physics of flight, mathematicians suggest. This short article discusses why a meteorite is often cone-shaped by looking at how the forces and energy they experience shape them. It is suitable for Year 7, 8 and 10 Physics … Continued
Unlocking Universal secrets with AstroQuest
10 Nov 2020

Unlocking Universal secrets with AstroQuest

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AstroQuest is calling for volunteer stargazers. This interesting article explains the citizen science project, AstroQuest. This project is suitable for years 7 and 10 Physics and Earth and Space students learning about gravity, Newtons Laws, and galaxies.   Word Count: … Continued
Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets
18 May 2020

Using a pocket rocket to explore distant planets

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Researchers have adapted a miniature rocket, called the Pocket Rocket, to replicate the conditions of distant planets’ atmospheres. This article could be used with students in years 8, 9, and 10 who are studying Physical, Chemical or Earth and Space … Continued
D.I.Y. Science – Surface Tension
3 Jul 2018

D.I.Y. Science – Surface Tension

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The D.I.Y. Science series contains some of our favourite experiments for kids to try at home. They are designed to help school teachers and carers inspire a child’s curiosity in science. It's time to get hands-on. Learn how little creatures … Continued