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Maine Secretary of State Kids' Page
Here you can learn all about the state of Maine. Content includes Maine facts, famous people from Maine, state symbols, state government and laws, contests, games, and more. You need shockwave plug-in to use part of the site.
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Cambridge University: Atmospheric Chemistry Research Group: The Ozone Hole Tour
This resource gives information about the ozone hole over Antarctica. There are movies, virtual reality models, explanations and photographs. QuickTime plug-in optional.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Analytical Balance
Use this site to learn how analytical balances are used when you need a high degree of precision. Find out the proper use and care of this very sensitive instrument. Requires QuickTime plug-in for some features.
University of Hamburg
University of Hamburg: Membranes: Diffusion, Permeability, Osmosis, Turgor, Active and Passive Transport and Transport
This cellular biology page presents extensive detail on the chemical nature of the cell membrane. Using the Chime plug-in, students can manipulate and study models of the membrane.
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Camp Silos: Introduction to Farming Today and Tomorrow
Student-friendly site explaining the history of farming. The section on farming today and tomorrow gives viewers the opportunity to see pigs being born. Requires QuickTime plug-in.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Your Age on Other Worlds
How old would you be on Mars? Venus? Have fun plugging in your birthdate to see your age on other planets then read scroll down for a full explanation.
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Elodil
This site is all presented in French, but may be accessible to non-French speakers because of the simple graphics and ease of navigation. Learn how to say hello in 16 languages and see where people speak that language on a world map....
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Bristol University: Molecule of the Month:atp (Chime)
A great page for all around biochemistry and background. This version of the Bristol University site requires the CHIME plug-in to view the 3-D molecule. It is worth the time to download CHIME if you visit a lot of biochemistry or...
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University of Bristol: Molecule of the Month
Great site which gives the chemical structure and reactions involved in aspirin production. If you have the CHIME plug-in then it links to a better site with a 3-D model you can manipulate. OR BETTER YET, if your browser has Java, then...
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Chemical Kinetics 1
In this experiment, you will determine the rate law and confirm the mechanism of the reaction between cyclohexanone and iodine. Requires Java and QuickTime plug-ins to access some features.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Calorimetry 1 Enthalpy of Formation of Mg O
In this lab experiment students are asked to determine the standard molar enthalpy of formation of magnesium oxide, MgO. Students are asked to use Hess's Law and the enthalpy changes of several other solution reactions during this...
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Chemical Kinetics 2
This lab further analyzes the results of the experiments carried out in Chemical Kinetics 1. In addition, you will carry out experiments to determine the temperature dependence of the reaction rate constant. Requires Java plug-in.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Spectrum of the Hydrogen Atom
In this experiment, you will use a meterstick spectroscope to observe the emission spectrums of hydrogen, sodium, neon, helium, and mercury. Requires Java plug-in.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Coordination Chemistry 3.2
In this experiment, you will study the reaction between your cobalt complex and the nitrite ion. The nitrite ion can exchange with a water ligand and the mechanism of this ligand exchange will be investigated. Requires Java plug-in.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Coordination Chemistry: Kinetics of Ligand Exchange
In this experiment, you will complete the study of the mechanism of ligand exchange. The reaction will be followed colorimetrically and the rates of exchange and ligand isomerization will be measured. Requires Java plug-in.
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Bio Anim
BioAnin presents 3-D labeled images of all of the major systems of the human body, for example, the digestive system and the endocrine system. The images are embedded in slideshows. The site also has interactive 3-D models that can be...
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Spectra of Conjugated Dyes & Beer's Law
In the first part of this lab, you will measure the absorption spectra of two conjugated dyes and compare the results to the theoretical predictions of a particle-in-a-box model. In the second part of the experiment, you will identify...
Curated OER
National Park Service: Fort Mc Henry: Hold the Fort!
You're in charge of defending Fort McHenry against the British onslaught during the Battle of Baltimore in this game. You must deploy soldiers and resources to survive. You can also perform in the Music Corp and act as a Gun Captain...
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Coordination Chemistry 1: Synthesis
In this four-week experiment, you will synthesize a compound and purify it in week 1. In week 2, you will assay it for purity by colorimetric analysis and by gravimetric analysis. In week 3, you will analyze your compound by titration of...
American Heart Association
American Heart Association: Body Mass Index (Bmi Calculator)
Learn about body mass index and how this number affects your overall health. Then plug in your own data to find your BMI.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Evaluating Expressions With Two Variables: Fractions and Decimals
Practice evaluating expressions in two variables by plugging in values for the variables. These problems include some fractions and decimals. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch...
Tramline
Virtual Field Trip: Volcanoes
In this virtual field trip find out about how volcanoes are formed and what kind of destruction can they cause. Discover how volcanoes affect our environment and where can you find active volcanoes on earth and on other planets.
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Land, Waste, and Cleanup Topics
This site is loaded with information on solid waste and hazardous waste. It includes industries' effects on the environment, waste programs, treatment, control, pollution prevention, recycling, and cleanup programs.
Mathematics Archives
Math Archives: Exponential Functions
This site explores the difference between two types of graphs, one of which is exponential. Requires LiveMath plug in.