by msander | Jan 31, 2019 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
For decades, lactic acid has taken the blame for the muscle pain you feel when you exercise – but does it really deserve its bad reputation? Hosted by: Hank Green SciShow has a spinoff podcast! It’s called SciShow Tangents.Check it out at...
by msander | Jan 30, 2019 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
How do astronauts survive the deadly radiation of deep space? NASA is still figuring out how to protect astronauts from cosmic radiation — like plastic shielding and magnetic deflectors. Learn more about National Chemistry Week here!...
by msander | Jan 29, 2019 | All Science Teachers
Lack of sleep has become a huge problem for Canadian adolescents, says a Sick Kids sleep expert, adding that, ‘in 20 years time, we’re going to see a whole generation of adults who are functioning sub-optimally.’ Source: How a science fair project...
by msander | Jan 28, 2019 | Gr 1-3 Science & Tech, Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
From sand and gravel to rock salt and magnesium chloride, the people who maintain our roads are constantly searching for the most most innovative ways to keep our road clear of snow and ice. Our science guy Steve Spangler looks at the science of de-icing with a cool...
by msander | Jan 25, 2019 | Gr. 11-12 Biology
Introduction Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the genetic material found inside the nucleus of eukaryotic organisms. The information coded by DNA determines the characteristics of an organism, including its size, shape and other unique features. How can this genetic...
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