Keep cool like a camel

Keep cool like a camel

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The two-layer thing may work for technology too. This fascinating article shows an efficient cooling technology that combines chemistry with the biology of camels in the desert. It is suitable for Year 6 Biology students learning about how camels survive … Continued
Glycine and dark chemistry in a lab as cold as space

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 wine fraud

Shining a light on wine fraud

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New technique looks for fingerprints to prove origin. This short article tells of a new chemistry technique used to detect wine fraud. It is suitable for Year 8, 9 and 10 Chemistry students learning about elements and compounds, and the … Continued
Superconductor happy at room temperature

Superconductor happy at room temperature

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Physics first achieved under great pressure. This stimulating article shows early research into a superconductor that is efficient at a higher temperature than normal, as well as the elements it is made from. It is suitable for Year 8, 9 … Continued
Can objects bruise like we do?

Can objects bruise like we do?

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Korean scientists continue the quest to make material that bruise possible. This article is well suited to Year 8 and 9 Biology students learning about the body's reaction and defence to outside environments and Year 10 Chemistry students who are … Continued
A catalyst for faster, cheaper biodiesel

A catalyst for faster, cheaper biodiesel

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New system can work with low-grade feedstock. This interesting article details an invention to use biodiesels through an innovative chemical process. It is suitable for Year 7, 8, 9, and 10 Chemisty, Physics and Earth and Science students learning about … Continued
Rain really can move mountains

Rain really can move mountains

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Himalayan study describes dramatic impact of erosion. This article is suitable for year 7, 8 and 9 Earth and Space students learning about how climate, rain and plate tectonics create rocks, volcanoes and mountains. It is also suitable for Year … Continued
Wine with a touch of Eucalyptus?

Wine with a touch of Eucalyptus?

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The science of Indigenous Australian fermentation. This article is suitable for Year 7 and 8 Biology students learning about wine or Indigenous agricultural science, and Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 Chemistry students learning about fermentation and organic compounds.   … Continued
Please explain: Why is NASA returning to the Moon?

Please explain: Why is NASA returning to the Moon?

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Associate Professor Craig O’Neill, of Macquarie University's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, explains the interconnected reasons behind the renewed lunar push. This activity is best suited to Earth and Space and Chemistry students in Years 7, 8, and 10 … Continued
It’s confirmed. There is water on the Moon

It’s confirmed. There is water on the Moon

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Flying telescope detects unique spectral signature. This exciting article and resource are best suited to Year 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10 Earth and Space, Chemistry and Physics students. It demonstrates an application for their understanding of minerals and the … Continued