Glycine and dark chemistry in a lab as cold as space
25 Nov 2020

Glycine and dark chemistry in a lab as cold as space

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Making glycine without UV opens world of possibilities.   This interesting article describes a new discovery of glycine forming without UV light, which could hint to how it forms in space. It is suitable for Year 8, 9 and 10 … 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
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