Avogadro and the Ideal Gas Law
Backgrounders
Learn about the theory of Avogadro’s Law and the Ideal Gas Law and explore examples in everyday life.
What is Air Turbulence?
STEM Explained
Learn about the science behind the four main causes of turbulence.
Lava Lamps
STEM Explained
Lava lamps are very interesting to look at. But they are also interesting examples of buoyancy, heat transfer and solubility!
Why Do Curveballs Curve?
STEM Explained
Bernoulli’s equation is key to understanding why curveballs curve.
Why do raisins dance in soda pop?
Hands-on Activities
Let them bop ‘til they drop! What causes these raisins to reach new heights in this hands on activity?
What causes ocean currents?
Hands-on Activities
Create a model of ocean currents and learn how currents are formed.
The Physics of Surfing
STEM Explained
Learn about the history of surfboards, and how different materials and designs over the years affected the physics at work in surfing.
Is it a liquid or a solid?
Hands-on Activities
Make some goop that has the properties of a liquid and a solid.
Is it possible to change water into cola?
Hands-on Activities
Explore the concept of displacement of fluids in this hands on activity.
How much of an iceberg is on top of water?
Hands-on Activities
In this hands on activity find out just how much of an iceberg is below the surface. It might surprise you!
Hydraulics 101
STEM Explained
Hydraulics power many of the large machines you see around you.
How can I make an egg float?
Hands-on Activities
In this challenge activity find out if you can get an egg to float. Learn how the density of matter affects the buoyancy of objects.
How do scuba divers sink?
Hands-on Activities
It’s not easy to dive deep underwater. How do divers get down deep? Learn how scuba divers manipulate density to move up and down in this hands on activity.
How can I engineer a raft so that it holds the most weight?
Hands-on Activities
Explore the forces of gravity and buoyancy while designing a raft to hold the most weight possible.
How can I make a bottle rocket?
Hands-on Activities
Use a pop bottle and other everyday materials to create a rocket that you can launch outdoors.