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
How do birds dazzle with colour and stay camouflaged?
23 Mar 2020

How do birds dazzle with colour and stay camouflaged?

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Researchers unravel the mystery of the colour of birds with Australasian lorikeets. This development in the understanding of bird feather colours shows students an application of their knowledge of ultraviolet light, adaptations and evolution. It is best suited to students … Continued
Want invisible ink? Just put water in your inkjet
26 Sep 2019

Want invisible ink? Just put water in your inkjet

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But you’ll need this special paper to make it work. This intriguing article about a simple development in technology that could be applied in military and government situations could be used with students in years 7, 8, 9, and 10 … Continued