Cracking the mystery of how our planet formed
Studying the chemical composition of some of the planet’s oldest rocks has revolutionised our understanding of how our continents formed.
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Studying the chemical composition of some of the planet’s oldest rocks has revolutionised our understanding of how our continents formed.
Civil engineer John Burland talks about the perils and practicalities of supporting some of the world’s most iconic buildings.
We all know what a kilogram is – or do we? Researchers worldwide are working to define precisely what this familiar unit is.
Many of us have had our teeth straightened with braces. Few people know, however, that orthodontics involves a great deal of fundamental science and fast-moving technology.
Learn how you and your students can use mathematics to study Jupiter’s moons.
Learn how to use research articles in your science lessons.
Contrary to the popular saying, deep waters are often far from still – which is just as well for marine life. Activities using simple water tanks are a good way to find out about the physics at work beneath the waves.
With the use of detergents and other surfactants on the rise, the resulting pollution is worrying. One answer: surfactants that can be collected and re-used simply by switching a magnetic field on and off.
Until a few centuries ago, people believed that the world was made only of earth, air, water and fire. Since then, scientists have discovered 118 elements and the search is on for element 119.
Cracking the mystery of how our planet formed
Propping up the wall: how to rescue a leaning tower
Weighing up the evidence: what is a kilo?
The changing face of orthodontics
Galileo and the moons of Jupiter: exploring the night sky of 1610
Exploring scientific research articles in the classroom
Movers and shakers: physics in the oceans
Magnetic science: developing a new surfactant
The numbers game: extending the periodic table