Explainer: Is light a wave or a particle?

Explainer: Is light a wave or a particle?

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Is light a wave or a particle? — Ishan, aged 15. Light behaves very strangely and confused scientists at first when they proved it behaved as both a wave and a particle. So, what’s actually going on? Learn more about … Continued
How do freezers work?

How do freezers work?

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How does the freezer work? — Leon, aged 4. To answer this, we need to understand solids, liquids and gases as well as heat energy and physical changes. Learn how a freezer stays cold in this resource for Year 1-8 … Continued
How does the Sun make such pretty colours at sunsets and sunrises?

How does the Sun make such pretty colours at sunsets and sunrises?

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How does the Sun make such pretty colours at sunsets and sunrises? — Aisling, age 7. Learn about what makes day and night time, the Earth’s atmosphere and the beautiful colours that we see at sunrise and sunset in this … Continued
How does a virus stop?

How does a virus stop?

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How does a virus stop? — Angela Gaganis, Year 1. This article is written for Year 1 students however it provides a basic explanation of viruses that is well suited to all year groups that want to learn about COVID-19 … Continued
How does electricity work?

How does electricity work?

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How does electricity work? - Edie, age 5 This article and short video are designed for lower primary students who are exploring their world and asking questions. It does not directly relate to the curriculum for students of that age … Continued