Physical Science
Resources and Articles
Barns are Painted Red Because of Dying Stars
A look at the chemistry of red pigment and nuclear fusion.
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When You Smell Poop, Is That Because Poop Particles Have Gone Up Your Nose?
Great "smelly science" C-E-R article for your students!
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Scientists Pull Energy out of Thin Air
A shelved theory appears to have new life in pulling energy from one location to another.
Scientists Create New Form of Ice that Might Exist on Ocean Moons
The “medium-density amorphous ice” has never been seen before. But researchers think it might be present on ocean moons like Jupiter’s Europa.
Shadow clocks, candle clocks, and escapements, oh my! When did we first begin using mechanical clocks, and how did we tell time before then? Fascinating look at the long history of clocks.
How scientists used hydraulic pressure to “reanimate” dead spiders. Necrobotic research is useful for future tech such as microelectronics.
Research on the micromechanics of bird nests help scientists learn how to protect birds and other precious cargo.
The physics of pitching—curveballs, fastballs, screwballs. Fun physics exercise for your classroom!
Scientists Use 3D Printer to Make Dessert
Amazing! This technology using edible ink could help with food insecurity
How Scientists are Decoding What the Past Smelled Like
Scientists are trying to recreate the scents of ancient times by studying biomolecules such as lipids.
Scientists Developed a New Class of Materials
A team of researchers from the University of Amsterdam has now found a way to create materials that are stiff, but still good at absorbing vibrations – and equally importantly, that can be kept very light-weight.
Learn about how lighthouses use refracted light and how to create your own Fresnel lens.
Circumzenithal arcs, or inverted rainbows, occur when sunlight encounters the ice crystals inside wispy, high-altitude cirrus clouds. The upside-down rainbow is seen when the light beam enters through the six-sided ice crystal's flat top face and exits from one of its prism-like side surfaces.
Dr. Kate Biberdorf is a chemist, science entertainer, and professor at The University of Texas. Through her theatrical and hands-on approach to teaching, Dr. Biberdorf is breaking down the image of the stereotypical scientist, while reaching students who might otherwise be intimidated by science.
Japanese innovation thought to have potential to build a new relationship between humans and robots.
Ancient Maya Practice of Gluing Gemstones Onto Teeth
Practice of Gluing Gemstones Onto Teeth May Have Been For More Than Bling.
What Really Happens When you Pop Champagne
Researchers now have a clearer picture of the supersonic shock waves that form when carbon dioxide escapes from a bottle of bubbly.
5 reasons to hold on to old silica gel packets
The chemistry behind silica gel packets, what they can be used for, and why we shouldn’t throw them away.
166th anniversary of Tesla’s birthday to be celebrated in his hometown
A laser light show, kinetic light sculptures, and expert talks on hydroelectric power are planned to commemorate the inventor’s birthday in his hometown, the City of Gospić.
Great STEAM project! A 3D printed violin is making music education accessible and sustainable.
Researchers have taken a closer look at the relationship between bass frequencies and dancing, thanks to an experiment conducted during a real-life electronic music concert