by cbrookallred | Feb 2, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech
A gear is a toothed wheel that connects or meshes with another gear. It is used to transmit forces in machines that range from something as small as a watch to something as large as the locks on a river system. There are four basic types of gears. A worm gear is used...
by msander | Feb 2, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
If you ever find yourself stranded in the snowy Arctic (or bored in Minecraft), you’re gonna need to know how to build an igloo. But how can building a house made of ice keep you warm? The science behind building an igloo is the same reason that otters and reindeer...
by msander | Jan 29, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science
Where does the water go when a plant is watered? With this experiment, children can discover for themselves how essential the functions of roots and stems are to plant growth. As the colored water is absorbed, students will be able to see how the water is absorbed...
by msander | Jan 23, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Eureka! Lab takes on the question: how far away should to stand to stay safe from a sneeze? To find out, we need to do some science! Three blog posts accompany this video (click for more): __________________________ A snotty setup: http://bit.ly/SnotScience1 Results...
by msander | Jan 23, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Jade and Lauren want to know if it’s genetically possible to grow wings on your back and fly. Find out from MIT biologist, Dr. Sera Thornton! ———- Ask us anything! Upload your video questions for MIT researchers to Facebook and Twitter using...
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