Got a new UV torch? Here are some things to shine it on
4 May 2022

Got a new UV torch? Here are some things to shine it on

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The UV torches that come with RATs could prompt some fun discoveries. This article has a simplified explanation of how UV light works and describes some interesting uses of UV light. It is suitable as an introduction to reflection for … Continued
Explainer: Standard Model of Particle Physics
2 Nov 2021

Explainer: Standard Model of Particle Physics

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The standard model helps scientists describe the universe, but it’s not perfect. Use this explainer with Physics and Chemistry students to help them understand the particles and forces that make up everything we know. Word Count / Video Length: 1076 … Continued
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: What are fundamental particles?
15 Jun 2021

Explainer: What are fundamental particles?

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Learn about the fundamental particles and forces that make up the Universe in this explainer resource for Year 9 and Senior Physics students. Included in the teacher resource is a research activity encouraging students to explore Australian scientists’ contributions to … Continued
Explainer: The Electromagnetic Spectrum
3 Jun 2021

Explainer: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

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You think you might know light, but there's way more to it than meets the eye. Find out all the flavours that make up the electromagnetic spectrum in this explainer article and video.  This resource has a great explanation of … Continued
This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep1: Wired for Sound
30 Oct 2020

This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep1: Wired for Sound

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The Trash Can Man is on a mission to turn TRASH into (scientific) TREASURE! Hidden inside every pile of refuse and rejectamenta are a billion different possibilities... In this episode, Trashy creates the most extraordinary sound from a very ordinary … Continued
This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep7: Reverse Pitch
8 Jul 2020

This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep7: Reverse Pitch

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The Trash Can Man is on a mission to turn TRASH into (scientific) TREASURE! Hidden inside every pile of refuse and rejectamenta are a billion different possibilities... In this episode, the Trash Can Man produces two very different sounds from … Continued
This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep2: Who Can?
8 Jul 2020

This Show Is NOT Rubbish – Ep2: Who Can?

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The Trash Can Man is on a mission to turn TRASH into (scientific) TREASURE! Hidden inside every pile of refuse and rejectamenta are a billion different possibilities... In this episode, the Trash Can Man (and the Thing in the Bin) … Continued
Best of: Gravity
8 May 2020

Best of: Gravity

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Our best of series, published each week, collates our favourite and most popular resources for a particular topic. This week: Gravity for year 7 and 10 students studying Physical Sciences. Australian Curriculum Codes: ACSSU117, ACSSU229 Year 7: "Change to an … Continued
D.I.Y. Science – Air Pressure
3 Jul 2019

D.I.Y. Science – Air Pressure

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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. Play a trick on … Continued