Why is the sky blue?
19 May 2022

Why is the sky blue?

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Why is the sky blue?  It’s a question that only leads to more questions. Use this resource with Year 5 students learning about the behaviour of light, including reflection and refraction. The accompanying interactive student activity is great for introducing … Continued
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

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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
Explainer: Standard Model of Particle Physics
2 Nov 2021

Explainer: Standard Model of Particle Physics

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The standard model helps scientists describe the universe, but it’s not perfect. Use this explainer with Physics and Chemistry students to help them understand the particles and forces that make up everything we know. Word Count / Video Length: 1076 … Continued
Explainer: What are fundamental particles?
15 Jun 2021

Explainer: What are fundamental particles?

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Learn about the fundamental particles and forces that make up the Universe in this explainer resource for Year 9 and Senior Physics students. Included in the teacher resource is a research activity encouraging students to explore Australian scientists’ contributions to … Continued
Explainer: The Electromagnetic Spectrum
3 Jun 2021

Explainer: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

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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
Snakey sine waves
17 Feb 2021

Snakey sine waves

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The physics of sidewinder snake movement. This article is best suited to Year 9 Physics students to combine an understanding of Physics and Biology. It looks at how specific snakes have adaptations that allow them to move in the motion … Continued