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Use binoculars to safely view a detailed image of the sun
By BookStore on September 21, 20150As interesting as the Sun can be, it is very dangerous to look directly at the sun, as it...
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Demonstrate the bulging effect of the earth due to centrifugal force
By BookStore on September 21, 2015Although the earth seems to be a solid mass, it actually gets distorted slightly due to the centrifugal force...
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Find out why the stars in the sky are twinkling with this experiment
By BookStore on September 21, 2015Have you ever wondered what causes the stars up in the sky to 'twinkle' when you look at them?...
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Use the shadows of the sun to tell the time
By BookStore on September 21, 2015A 'shadow clock' consists of a straight base with a raised crosspiece at one end. Make your own 'shadow...
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Calculate the viscosity factor of various liquids
By BookStore on September 21, 2015Measure the viscosity of various liquids by calculating the average time a round solid object takes to fall through...
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Test and compare fat and oil content in everyday foods
By BookStore on September 21, 2015People living in very cold climates depend on fatty foods for energy, but fatty foods are also the reason...
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Use chemistry to make your own homemade perfume
By BookStore on September 21, 2015Scents are almost certain to bring back memories for nearly anyone. Just think of the fragrance of a...
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Re-light a candle by igniting the smoke with a flame
By BookStore on September 21, 2015Amaze your friends with your stunning candle act. You can light the candle without touching the wick in the...
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Drawing colours from black ink using basic ‘chromatography’
By BookStore on September 18, 2015Various colours of ink can be mixed together to form new ink colours and this is often used to...
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Learn why some liquids do not mix with each other
By BookStore on September 18, 2015Not all liquids can be mixed together to form one new liquid substance. If more than one liquid cannot...
