Exploring history through a 2000-year ice core
24 Nov 2021

Exploring history through a 2000-year ice core

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Antarctic scientists have analysed a 2000-year ice core record to find the link between Australian drought and greenhouse gases. Learn about Antarctic science and how research there impacts Australia in this resource for Year 8 and 10 Chemistry and Earth … Continued
Making Water in the Antarctic Desert
3 Nov 2021

Making Water in the Antarctic Desert

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The Antarctic ice sheet holds about 90 percent of Earth’s fresh water in 30 million cubic kilometres of ice. But there’s not a drop to drink, unless you pour some serious energy into making it. This resource is best suited … Continued
Sahara actually has quite a few trees
19 Oct 2020

Sahara actually has quite a few trees

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Satellite imaging and deep learning provide a clearer picture of the Sahara. Learn about how satellite technology is used to understand the ecosystem and land and water management in the Sahara. This article is suitable for Year 7 and 9 … Continued
Michelle is bringing sustainable food to the world
4 Nov 2019

Michelle is bringing sustainable food to the world

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Michelle Grant crosses science and social sciences to influence food sustainability programs around the world. This piece finds out about a non-traditional STEM Career whilst considering which aspects of the Biology and Earth and Space Sciences Curriculum for years 7, … Continued
Water Management
25 Aug 2017

Water Management

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Our water can come from a range of sources. Demand management takes pressure off the bulk drinking water supply and can potentially defer the need for a new water source. No single water supply option can meet people’s long-term water … Continued