Refracted Glory
15 Jan 2021

Refracted Glory

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Before Galileo, Descartes and Newton, Thomas Harriot made some of the breakthroughs ascribed to his famous peers – but as Robyn Arianrhod explains, it’s his investigation into an everyday occurrence that shows just what it takes to discover a scientific … Continued
The Science of Fireworks
15 Jan 2021

The Science of Fireworks

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Ever wondered about what’s behind the big bangs and bright sparks of New Year’s Eve? Nathan Kilah ignites the discussion. Seeing the relevance of chemical reactions on students everyday life can be hard for them, however the importance of fireworks … Continued
It’s confirmed. There is water on the Moon
27 Oct 2020

It’s confirmed. There is water on the Moon

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Flying telescope detects unique spectral signature. This exciting article and resource are best suited to Year 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10 Earth and Space, Chemistry and Physics students. It demonstrates an application for their understanding of minerals and the … Continued
Shining a Light on the Hidden Universe
23 Oct 2020

Shining a Light on the Hidden Universe

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The night sky has always been a source of wonder, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that we could see the universe in its full glory – across the whole electromagnetic spectrum. This resource is best suited to Earth … Continued
Venus keeps teasing us about life
17 Sep 2020

Venus keeps teasing us about life

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Phosphine gas has been detected in the atmosphere of Venus. This fascinating article is well suited to year 4-12 students who are studying any science and are interested in the needs for life and the search for life in the … Continued
Q&A: Cracking a Rembrandt mystery
14 Sep 2020

Q&A: Cracking a Rembrandt mystery

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An old portrait has shone a light on dendrochronology. Combining a passion for science and art to uncover lost artworks. Suitable for Earth and Space, Physics and Biology students in years 4, 9, and 10 to demonstrate a different application … Continued
Could plants help us find dead bodies?
8 Sep 2020

Could plants help us find dead bodies?

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Scientists are designing experiments to find out. This article demonstrates applications of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Earth Science understanding to develop technology and aid society. It it suitable for year 7-10 students learning about the electromagnetic spectrum, the nitrogen cycle, … Continued
Cosmic bursts find all that missing matter
29 May 2020

Cosmic bursts find all that missing matter

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Mysterious explosions emitting radio waves in space help solve a longstanding mystery. This resource is suited to students in years 8, 9, and 10 studying Earth and Space, Chemical and Physical sciences. It discusses Australia’s contribution to the detection of … 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