Studying the red planet

Studying the red planet

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As new probes reach Mars, here’s what we know so far from trips to the red planet. This resource covers science outcomes across all sciences from Years 5-10. It may be of particular interest to students learning about the needs … Continued
How to live in space: what we’ve learnt from 20 years of the International Space Station

How to live in space: what we’ve learnt from 20 years of the International Space Station

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November 2 marked 20 years since the first residents arrived on the International Space Station. The orbiting habitat has been continuously occupied ever since. This fascinating article describes 20 years of life on the ISS and its importance on society. … Continued
Milky Way’s supermassive black hole flings star across the galaxy

Milky Way’s supermassive black hole flings star across the galaxy

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A star has been yeeted by the supermassive black hole at the centre of our galaxy like a drunk ejected by a club bouncer. Suitable for delivery alongside the year 7 or 10 Earth and Space Sciences and year 10 … Continued
Answers With… Assoc Prof Alan Duffy

Answers With… Assoc Prof Alan Duffy

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Associate Professor Alan Duffy Associate Professor Alan Duffy is an astrophysicist at Swinburne University of Technology and Lead Scientist of the Royal Institution of Australia. His research involves creating model universes on supercomputers to understand how galaxies form and grow … Continued
Why India’s moon mission should be classed a success

Why India’s moon mission should be classed a success

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Topics: Earth and Space Sciences - The Solar System Physical Sciences - Forces Additional: Careers, Technology. Concepts (South Australia): Earth and Space Sciences - Earth in Space Physical Sciences - Forces and Motion Years: 7, 10, 11, 12 The internet … Continued
Lesson Resource – The Egg Drop Challenge

Lesson Resource – The Egg Drop Challenge

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems; Living Things Chemical Sciences - Solids/ Liquids/ Gases Earth and Space Sciences – The Solar System; Renewable/Non-Renewable Resources; The Big Bang Theory Physical Sciences – Forces Additional – Careers; Maths; Technology; Engineering Years: 5, 6, … Continued