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Illustration of a satellite scanning Earth's surface.

February 1, 2022 | Issue 56

Infrared webcam hack – using infrared light to observe the world in a new way

What would the world look like if we could see infrared light? With some simple modifications, you can turn a cheap webcam into an infrared camera and find out!

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Astronomy / space, Earth science, Engineering, Physics
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November 3, 2021 | Issue 55

The dark side of fireworks

Fireworks release more than just sound and light. Read about the environmental costs of this centuries-old entertainment.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Earth science, Science and society, Sustainability
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January 8, 2020 | Issue 49

Finding the recipe for life on Earth

Three key factors were required for life to develop on Earth – but which factor came first? Recent research could help settle the debate.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science
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March 21, 2018 | Issue 43

Ten things you might not know about fracking

Fracking is a hugely controversial technology, so it’s worth taking a closer look at the science behind the headlines.

Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Earth science, Engineering, Science and society
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December 1, 2017 | Issue 42

Field research: discovering the structure of soil

Get your hands dirty with these classroom experiments exploring the composition of soil – and find out why this matters.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16;
Topics: Biology, Chemistry, Earth science
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March 20, 2017 | Issue 39

Climate change: why the oceans matter

The role of our oceans in climate change is more complicated than you might think.

Ages: 16-19;
Topics: Physics, Chemistry, Earth science
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November 28, 2016 | Issue 38

Under pressure: the role of Earth’s mantle in our climate

Studies of iron oxides under extreme conditions are shining a light on Earth’s interior and its role in our climate.

Ages: 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Earth science
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October 12, 2016 | Issue 37

What on Earth?

Earth science is all around us.

Ages: not applicable;
Topics: Inspire, Resources
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September 6, 2016 | Issue 37

Measuring the explosiveness of a volcanic eruption

Using effervescent heartburn tablets, model the action of volcanoes to measure the intensity of the explosions and create your own measurement scale.

Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Earth science, Mathematics, General science
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June 2, 2014 | Issue 29

Up, up and away: using aircraft for atmospheric monitoring

When measuring the chemistry of the atmosphere, it helps to fly up in specially modified laboratories.

Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Topics: Chemistry, Earth science
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