The Dream Cup is an annual solar car race held in Suzuka, Japan. Despite adverse weather conditions, 33 solar powered vehicles competed in an endurance race, showcasing the advancements in solar car design and technology. The race, part...

Silicon compounds | Silicates , earth crust |Natural occurance | Silica SiO2 | Polymorphism | Quartz | Japer |Onyz | Kieselguhr | Diatoms in sea |SiO2 preparation | oxidation of silica | orthosilisic acid Silicates,...

Intel has developed a breakthrough laser microchip based on silicon, which has traditionally been a poor carrier for optical data. This development allows for low-cost, high-bandwidth silicon-based optical devices, bringing significant...

Structure of silica | SiO4 anion unit | Silicon to oxygen ratio in silica 1 :2 | Silica SiO2 ; Silica (SiO2) is a compound with the chemical formula SiO2, based on SiO4 tetrahedra, where each silicon atom is bonded to four oxygen...

The ionisation energy decreases progressively as we move down the group. However, in the case of lead (Pb), the ionisation energy is higher than that of tin (Sn) due to inadequate shielding of the inner f-orbitals. This results in a...

Also called a photovoltaic cell, a device that converts light directly into electricity.
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While most elements can easily be categorised as either metals or non-metals, a few have physical and chemical properties that are in between, which makes them harder to classify.
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The ability of a substance to withstand the effects of high temperature without being permanently changed.
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Discover the unique properties of silicon, which is found in many things from sand to computers.



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The Sun has the potential to meet all our energy needs, if only we could harness it efficiently. Why is it so difficult to efficiently convert and store this energy? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. The Sun provides...

Discovered in 1985, Buckminsterfullerene has some fascinating characteristics. What is it and how is it shaping the future of chemistry? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. In the 1980s, a new carbon allotraope was found -...

From our bodies to the oceans and stars, everything is made of millions upon millions of tiny atoms. But what are atoms made of? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. The building blocks of all elements are called atoms. Atoms...

How these simple semiconductor devices allow us to control the strength and flow of electrical current in a circuit, and are integral components in modern electrical equipment. Physics - Electricity And Circuits - Learning Points....

This video discusses the potential of solar power as a clean and renewable energy source. It highlights the efforts of the UK government to encourage homeowners to adopt solar power through grants and subsidies. The video also explores...

Motorola Research Laboratories in Tempe, AZ has made a groundbreaking discovery that has the potential to revolutionize the electronics industry. By adding an intermediate layer of strontium, they have successfully integrated exotic...

The video showcases the 12th FIA Alternative Energies Cup in Japan, where solar-powered cars race on the Suzuka track. The event highlights the growing popularity of environmentally friendly technologies and serves as a development forum...

This video is explaining how solar panels work for kids.

Covalent bonds are very strong can be used to make a range of substances from the very small 'Simple Molecular Substances' to the large 'Giant Covalent Structures'. Learn how their properties differ and why!

NPN and PNP transistors explained. How does a transistor work. What is the difference between an NPN and a PNP transistor. We find out in this video.

Physicist Paul Steinhardt, Princeton University, describes his early experiences that led him on the road towards the discovery of so-called quasicrystals, a new state of matter.

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This video is answering the question of what are tectonic plates.

This video explores five fun facts about tectonic plates.