In this video segment from ZOOM, Jillian explains how her simple machine uses marbles, levers, flowing sand, and a spinning wheel to water a plant.
To better understand the role of mass and gravity in the formation and existence of black holes we will model the collapse of a star into a black hole using aluminum foil. Along the way students will measure the decreasing circumference, and constant mass of their star as it collapses.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
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In this video segment from PEEP and the Big Wide World, children make a dam with dirt, sticks, and stones to try to stop the flow of water.
How do you build a tunnel 32 miles long -- under water? This video segment adapted from Building Big, follows the construction of the Channel Tunnel (nicknamed "Chunnel"), the engineering wonder that connects England to France.
This resource provides occupational information about optometrists.
Read about this fast growing occupation, the educational requirements for assistants and aides, the employment prospects and the salary ranges.
Careers in the field of railway transport engineering are profiled. Included: nature of the work, training, advancement, employment, job outlook. projections data, earnings, related occupations. A detailed examination of this career is clearly presented.
Describes a day in the life of a social worker. Include info on education requirements and expected earnings.
This video excerpt from NOVA’s Making Stuff: Cleaner and accompanying demonstration introduce students to the production and importance of bioplastics, or plastics made from plant or animal products.
Very detailed overview of Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Includes the history of the disease, how it is transmitted, treatment options, pictures and much more.
Fifth Grade Science curriculum used and maintained by the Utah Board of Education
Physical, Earth, and Life Science for fourth grade. Used and maintained by the Utah State Board of Education
Plate Tectonics provides geology with a comprehensive theory that explains how the Earth works.
Join Lisa and her uncle to find out about animals and how they reproduce.
Jesse loves animals. She lives in California and is checking out where different animals live. Join along and learn about conservation with her.
Johnny is a crab fisherman. He believes crabs are a lot like humans. Listen to his explanation as to why he believes this.
Nikki is learning about plant seed dispersal methods. Join in and learn how this is important to plant reproduction.
Do you know how many calories are in a macadamia nut? This video segment highlighting a Calorimetry experiment will give you the answer.
In this video segment adapted from NOVA scienceNOW, scientists discuss a family of genes called FOXO that can significantly extend life span in worms—and in humans.
AP Physics C Electricityand Magnetism 13 APP Physics EM Capacitanceand Dielectricss. Capacitance Capacitors in Combination Capacitor Experiment Virtual Lab Energy Stored in Capacitors Dielectrics Different Shapes of Capacitors Capacitance and Dielectrics Wrap Up Final Assessments Capacitance and Dielectrics Capacitance and Dielectrics