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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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In Class With… Dr Alan Finkel
4 Nov 2021

In Class With… Dr Alan Finkel

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: In Class With..., Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences, Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With… series. Renewable energy powerhouse Dr Alan Finkel took on questions from school students around Australia in this exclusive In Class With… event. With questions submitted by … Continued
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Phenomena – Episode 3: Waves
28 Sep 2021

Phenomena – Episode 3: Waves

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Waves are all around us. As sound waves move through water and salt, they vibrate into geometric patterns that visualize the nature of waveforms. This film was submitted to the SCINEMA 2021 International Science Film Festival and was selected to … Continued
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A short history of light
2 Sep 2021

A short history of light

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Rachel Rayner takes us on a tour of the spectrum beyond the visible and explains why dogs help. Explore the frequencies and wavelengths of the electromagnetic spectrum in a fun way in this resource for Year 5 and 9 Physics … 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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Six easy ways to stop light pollution from harming our wildlife
18 Jun 2020

Six easy ways to stop light pollution from harming our wildlife

by Jennifer Chalmers | posted in: Physical Sciences, STEM In Action | 0
Light pollution may be a global problem, but there are small things all of us can do to play our part in reducing the impacts on wildlife. This article demonstrates how a knowledge of light energy and waves can be … Continued
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