by msander | Dec 10, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
Every year, the world uses 35 billion barrels of oil. This massive scale of fossil fuel dependence pollutes the earth, and it won’t last forever. On the other hand, we have abundant sun, water and wind, which are all renewable energy sources. So why don’t we exchange...
by msander | Dec 7, 2017 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Critical Inquiry Question: How do different compounds contribute to water pollution? Critical Challenge: Taking the role of a water safety advocate, prepare a presentation to city council that will rank the pollution threat of a poultry farm, a textiles plant and a...
by msander | Dec 7, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
The labels always read, “Kills 99.99% of Germs!” but does the science of hand sanitizers back it up? Today we’re taking a closer look at what this goo is made of, and just how effective it really is against viruses and bacteria. Find us on all these...
by msander | Dec 7, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Imagine an enormous, lush rainforest teeming with life…in the Arctic. Well there was a time — and not too long ago — when the world warmed more than any human has ever seen. (So far) Produced in collaboration with PBS Digital Studios:...
by msander | Dec 4, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
Where do glaciers and icebergs get their beautiful blue color? This unique blue might be nature’s most brilliant, and the color arises in a very special way thanks to some surprising interactions between light and water molecules. Who knew physics could be so...
by msander | Dec 4, 2017 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
Mercury thermometers are handy and useful, but they could be extremely dangerous to bring on planes. We’re conducting a survey of our viewers! If you have time, please give us feedback: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SciSho… Hosted by: Stefan Chin Click...
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