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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

by Claire Hughes | posted in: Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
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
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Explainer: Standard Model of Particle Physics
2 Nov 2021

Explainer: Standard Model of Particle Physics

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
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
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Explainer: What are fundamental particles?
15 Jun 2021

Explainer: What are fundamental particles?

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
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
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Explainer: The Electromagnetic Spectrum
3 Jun 2021

Explainer: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
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
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Blood droplets travel in all directions in crime scenes
20 May 2021

Blood droplets travel in all directions in crime scenes

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
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
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