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DIY Science: Mpemba effect
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DIY Science: Mpemba effect

  • By National Office
  • 17 August, 2020

What you need: water thermometer timer measure, glass tumblers and a freezer What to do: Accurately measure a known amount (eg 50 mL) of water into each of two glasses. The water in one glass ...

Sharing Stories of Science
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Sharing Stories of Science

  • By National Office
  • 16 August, 2020

Who do you see when you look at these images? The Science Activity Characters show people engaging with a range of science-related activities. Last year, the Australian Academy of Science worked ...

DIY Science: Calculate the speed of light
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DIY Science: Calculate the speed of light

  • By National Office
  • 16 August, 2020

What you need: a microwave oven two blocks of chocolate (about 4 mm thick) a plate, three ramekins and a ruler What to do: Look on the oven’s compliance plate (inside the door or on the back) and ...

Week-long Events
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Week-long Events

  • By National Office
  • 15 August, 2020

With 1130 events (and counting) there are so many opportunities for everyone to experience science – and this year, you can join in most of the events from the comfort of your own home. There...

DIY Science: Sherbet fizz
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DIY Science: Sherbet fizz

  • By National Office
  • 15 August, 2020

What you need: icing sugar sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) citric acid powder (in the supermarket baking section) lollipops plastic cups What to do: Mix together: - 1 tablespoon icing sugar - 1 ...

National Science Week events on THIS WEEKEND
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National Science Week events on THIS WEEKEND

  • By National Office
  • 14 August, 2020

Oh my goodness, it’s happening! WE’RE SO EXCITED!!! There are hundreds of events being hosted around the country over this week, but if you’re keen for some science this weekend, check out some ...

Welcome to National Science Week
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Welcome to National Science Week

  • By National Office
  • 14 August, 2020

National Science Week was officially launched this morning by Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Mrs Karen Andrews MP in an event co-hosted by Questacon and Science and Technology ...

TAS: The Big Schools Guide to Science Week in Tasmania
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TAS: The Big Schools Guide to Science Week in Tasmania

  • By Tasmania
  • 12 August, 2020

Attention teachers, parents, and students: What's on offer in Tassie for schools in 2020? LOTS! Check out our guide and get excited for #scienceweek!  Welcome to National Science Week 2020 - ...

Why you’re living in the greatest era of scientific discovery
Science Week News, State Blogs

Why you’re living in the greatest era of scientific discovery

  • By National Office
  • 12 August, 2020

Forget the AFL, the real heroes of Melbourne are the scientists working hard to advance human health. Take a look inside these cutting-edge research laboratories as we celebrate National Science ...

Carbon Counter
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Carbon Counter

  • By National Office
  • 12 August, 2020

See how much CO2 you could save with just one change to your lifestyle. If you want to do something about climate change but aren’t sure where to start, the ABC Science Carbon Counter can help ...