Marie Curie & Radioactive Discoveries

Marie Curie & Radioactive Discoveries

Marie Curie is widely regarded as one of the greatest scientists of all time. Curie’s constant pursuit of knowledge led to her making some amazing discoveries, such as the discovery of polonium and radium. Her work in the field of radioactivity has paved the way for many important scientific advancements. Who exactly was Marie Curie, and why is she still acknowledged today?

Rosalind Franklin & DNA's Double Helix

Rosalind Franklin & DNA's Double Helix

Rosalind Franklin revolutionized the way we look at and interpret DNA today. Thanks to her contribution, it is much easier for scientists to develop medicines and diagnose genetic diseases. Learn more about her and her discoveries here!

Molecular Gumdrops

Molecular Gumdrops

Have you ever wondered about how molecules are made? What makes the atoms in a molecule stick together? How are different molecules created? This experiment shows students how atoms and chemical bonds create molecules, and how different combinations of atoms create unique molecules.

Cosmic Slime

Cosmic Slime

Have you heard that the universe is expanding? This is a result of what scientists call the Big Bang, which gives us a new way of visualizing the universe. In this experiment, we’ll model this expansion using our own cosmic slime!

Water Xylophone

Water Xylophone

If you tap on a glass of water, it will make a sound with a specific pitch. But what happens to this pitch if we change the amount of water in the glass? In this experiment, we’ll use physics to study these changes, learning how sound is made and how scientists such as oceanographers use it!

Temperature of Color

Temperature of Color

We normally think white has no color and that black is made of every color, but what if I told you it was the opposite? Because an object absorbs different wavelengths of light depending on its color, we can test this idea using the properties of heat! In this experiment, we’ll see how different colors of paper warm up in the sun, and we’ll also learn how light gives objects color.

Erosion in Action

Erosion in Action

Many different things shape the landscape, including water, wind, and ice. Over time, exposure to these elements changes the surface of the earth, which is a process called erosion. Today, we’ll see how erosion affects soil and learn why it’s important for scientists to study these changes!