Physics

Litter isn't just a problem on Earth. When litter ends up in space, it can cause collisions and other consequences for satellites, the International Space Station and even for people on Earth!

Using stethoscopes, doctors can use sound waves to detect various health issues. Learn how this device has evolved since it was invented in 1816!

Students develop and apply comparing & contrasting, observing and predicting skills as they explore the strength of cylinders made with different materials.

5 images of examples where inclined planes are used to help lift or move objects such as ramps for accessibility or entertainment

6 images of some objects such as tweezers, scissors and wheel barrows that use the lever principle to create movement for a specific purpose

Students develop and apply Observing, Comparing & Contrasting and Sorting & Classifying skills as they explore the forces of push and pull acting on everyday objects.

One of the greatest hazards that humans in space face is cosmic radiation. Learn what cosmic radiation is, why it's dangerous, and ways that we are looking at protecting humans in deep space.

7 images of some objects that can reflect light such as mirrors, Mylar balloons and water

Students develop and apply communicating, sequencing and spatial reasoning skills as they create and navigate a maze to get Rosie the Hen safely home for lunch.

In planetary science, astronomers have found planets that orbit other stars, just like Earth orbits the Sun. Some of them might even be able to support life.

In a few decades, some of the electricity you use might be generated by bacteria.

This backgrounder explains what noise is, how it is measured, and how it affects our hearing, wellness and more.

10 images of some spherical objects such as golf balls and tennis balls that are made of different materials and used for specific purposes

Explore the concept of displacement of fluids in this hands on activity.

Drones are very cool and very useful aircraft! This resource explains how drones stay in flight, and outlines some of their uses.