by msander | Dec 18, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
Canadian Don Sadoway, a professor of materials chemistry at MIT, has captured the attention of the world with his quest to build a better battery. Source: In the quest to build a better battery, a Canadian is energizing the field | CBC News
by msander | Dec 16, 2018 | All Science Teachers
After two weeks of bruising negotiations, officials from almost 200 countries agreed Saturday on universal, transparent rules that will govern efforts to cut emissions and curb global warming. Source: Countries reach agreement on Paris climate accord rules at COP24 |...
by msander | Dec 14, 2018 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
How to make Art from Slime We all know that playing with slime is one of the best things in the world. But, what do you do when you’re done. You can put it into a zip-lock bag and save it for later, or you can make Slime Art. What exactly is Slime Art? Well, once...
by msander | Dec 13, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Flame-retardant chemicals can slow the spread of fire in homes and garments. But are these compounds naughty or nice? This week on Reactions, we ask whether old Saint Nick might want a flame-retardant suit…or choose to opt out. More PBS Digital Studios Goodness...
by msander | Dec 12, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
Human brains are complicated – the most complicated thing in the known universe, many people say. So far we understand little – just that certain regions of the brain appear to be involved in certain activities and certain disorders. In extreme cases this...
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