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Science Is Fun: Rubber Bands and Heat
An experiment to investigate the thermal properties of rubber by studying its behavior in different scenarios. A discussion of how entropy explains what is observed is provided.
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Science Is Fun: Making Things Glow in the Dark
Try this experiment to learn how to make things glow under a black light, why this happens, and some applications of this phenomenon.
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Science Is Fun: Lumpy Liquids and Squishy Solids
An experiment in viscosity using cornstarch and water. Includes a detailed explanation of viscosity, of Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids, and examples of different fluids that fit into each category.
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Science Is Fun: Bending Water
An experiment where static electricity is used to 'bend' a stream of water flowing from a faucet. Includes a detailed explanation of how this works.
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Science Is Fun: Conducting Solutions
An experiment where one must first build a conductivity tester, then use it to test how well water conducts electricity when different materials found around the home are each dissolved in it.
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Science Is Fun: Bowling Balls Float or Sink?
In this experiment, you test whether two different bowling balls will float or sink, then determine the density of each of the balls to see if they are less than that of water.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Reel Science: Cool Experiments
Eight student videos are featured on this site by Reel Science. Each video presents a separate experiment that can be adapted for both class use, a science experiment, or a fun activity to explore at home.
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University of Wisconsin: Science Is Fun
Professor Bassam Z. Shahaskin of the University of Wisconsin home provides "science activities, demonstration shows, videos, and books" that aim to make science "fun" for adults and children.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Science of Music: Accidental Scientist
Learning about the science of music is what this site is all about. With clever activities that lead to writing, mixing, and experimenting with music; with videos that explain tuning, stepping (or rhythmic movement), instrument building,...
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Fun Science: The Collapsing Can
Air pressure can be dramatically shown with this simple experiment that only requires an aluminum can, tongs, a 2-3 quart sauce pan and a stove.
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Fun Science: Sinking and Floating Soda Cans
Why do some pop cans float in water while others don't? This easy experiment is a great example of the principle of density.
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Pbs Kids: Colored Water Convection
This PBS site allows users to learn more about water convection as they discover how to demonstrate the way convection currents form. A fun science project!
Scholastic
Scholastic Instructor: Seashore Science
Come and learn with this incredible seashore science resource. The content includes fun facts, experiments, reproducible activities, resources and more.
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Science Fun: The Mind of a Student
In this experiment, we will teach you how to make a simple film canister rocket. This science experiment is fun, easy, and is a great activity to demonstrate chemical reactions.
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Science Fun: Ping Pong
Learn about air pressure with this easy science experiment that is not only fun but appears quite magical. A video tutorial is included.
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Science Fun: Solar Eclipse Kit
Create your own solar eclipse with this science experiment. *This experiment is not to be used to look at the actual sun. Looking directly at the sun can be harmful.*
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Science Fun: Snowflakes
Make your own snowflake with this science experiment!
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Science Fun: Black Light Blue Beverage
In this science experiment, find out what happens when you pour tonic and ice into a glass and shine a blacklight on it.
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Science Fun: Cool Off Volcanoes
Build your own volcano and make it erupt with this science experiment!
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Science Fun: Balloon Speakers
Learn about sound waves with this science experiment. All you need is a balloon!
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Science Fun: Egg Drop
Learn about inertia with this egg drop science experiment. Try not to crack too many eggs!
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Science Fun: Water Fireworks
In this science experiment, you will learn about density while making water fireworks!
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Science Fun: Vinegar Pops
See what happens when you dip a popsicle made of vinegar into a plate of baking soda in this science experiment.
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Science Fun: Cool Crystals
Make your own crystals with this fun experiment. Different crystals have different shapes. What shape did your crystals form? Video tutorial included.