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Earth vs. Mars
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Learn about the characteristics of the Earth and Mars, two planets in our Solar System.
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Genomics Resources
STEM Explained
Resource page including articles and career profiles related to genomics.
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AI and Personal Vehicles
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Learn how artificial intelligence systems are integrated in the vehicles we drive.
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Exploration of the Planets in the Solar System
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Learn about how spacecraft have helped us learn about our Solar System.
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Introduction to Heat Transfer
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Learn about the different ways that heat is transferred.
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Innovations in Nuclear Technologies
STEM Explained
Learn about why Canada is a world leader in nuclear technology.
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Introduction to Climate Change
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Learn more about the causes and impacts of global climate change.
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Introduction to Rivers & Streams
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Learn about the physical geography, chemistry and ecology of rivers and streams.
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Water Treatment
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Learn about how water is treated at municipal water treatment plants.
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Introduction to the Particle Theory of Matter
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Learn about how the Particle Theory helps us understand matter.
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Heavy Equipment in Winter
STEM Explained
Learn how people keep heavy equipment working in the most challenging conditions
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Generating Electricity: Biomass
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Learn how biomass can be used to generate electricity.
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The Outer Solar System
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Learn about the amazing planets and moons of the outer Solar System.
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Climate: Polar Regions
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Learn about the unique climate found in Earth’s polar regions.