Topics:
Biological Sciences – Cells, Living Things
Chemical Sciences – Solids/Liquids/Gases
Physical Sciences – Energy
Additional: Careers, Technology, Engineering.
Concepts (South Australia):
Biological Sciences – Diversity and Evolution, Form and Function
Chemical Sciences – Properties of Matter
Physical Sciences – Energy
Years: 4, 5, 8, 9, 10
The internet of thoughts is coming | Cosmos
Space tourism – a launch Australia can’t afford to miss – Australia’s Science Channel
The little-known native foods about to change the world – Australia’s Science Channel
From 3D printing to bioplastic, seaweed just keeps on giving – Australia’s Science Channel
Corals can’t adjust to acidic oceans – Australia’s Science Channel
Scientists closing in on deadly frog fungus – Australia’s Science Channel
Using nets and turtle eggs to take maths outside the classroom – Australia’s Science Channel
Robots will need to understand why they’re doing work – Australia’s Science Channel
Inventing a breath test to detect diseases – Australia’s Science Channel
A simple gel could help prevent radiation burns – Australia’s Science Channel
To create skin like a chameleon’s, watch a chameleon closely | Cosmos
To create skin like a chameleon’s, watch a chameleon closely | Cosmos
Can you know too much about yourself? | Cosmos
Chernobyl is now a hugely important wildlife refuge | Cosmos
For Antarctic food webs, penguin poo is the gift that keeps | Cosmos
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The way they change colour is even smarter that we thought. Use this article to discuss technological developments with students in year 4, 5, 8, 9, and 10 studying Physical, Chemical or Biological Sciences. It would work particularly well with students looking to contextualise their understanding of reflection, cells and materials.
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