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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: The Strength of an Electromagnet

For Students 3rd - 5th
Has anyone ever told you that you have a magnetic personality? Have you ever heard that opposites attract? These common phrases are both based on the properties of magnets and magnetic electricity. In this science fair project, learn how...
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Ohio State University

Betha Chemistry Tutorial

For Students 9th - 10th
This site resource offers tutorials on the gas laws, balancing chemical equations, and quantum mechanics.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Ernest Lawrence

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about scientist Ernest Lawrence, a physicist whose work was prominent during World War II.
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Handout
American Association of Physics Teachers

Com Padre Digital Library: Open Source Physics: Lorenz Attractor Periodic Orbits

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Simulation of a Lorenz attractor which is shaped like a butterfly. Manipulate the image and observe from all sides as the orbits about two fixed points are drawn.
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Handout
American Association of Physics Teachers

Com Padre Digital Library: Open Source Physics: Logistic Map Fixed Points Model

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Simulation of a logistic map with fixed points where the user can manipulate periodic trajectories and observe the results.
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Interactive
University of Colorado

University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Quantum Tunneling and Wave Packets

For Students 9th - 10th
Watch quantum "particles" tunnel through barriers. Explore the properties of the wave functions that describe these particles.
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PBS

Pbs: A Science Odyssey

For Students 9th - 10th
Website for the PBS series "A Science Odyssey." Numerous opportunities to explore the people and discoveries of science.
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Other

University of Birmingham: The Nuclear Physics Group

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the website of the Nuclear Physics Group at the University of Birmingham. There is information on research, degrees, seminars, etc.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Rainbow Fire

For Students 9th - 10th
Astronomers can determine the atomic composition of distant stars by measuring the spectrum of light emitted by the star. Sound cool? Well in this project you can do something similar by observing the color of flames when various...
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Other

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine Winners 2008 1901

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of the Nobel Prize winners in Physiology or Medicine (updated yearly). Click on the names for more information.
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Other

Royal Observatory, Edinburgh

For Students 9th - 10th
The official homepage of the Royal Observatory in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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Other

Ncaba: The Basic Science of Bowling Ball Physics

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the National Capital Area Bowling Association gives information on why it is vitally important that you understand the forces that create the reaction of your bowling ball as it travels down the lane.
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Other

Astronomylinks

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very comprehensive site on the subject of Astronomy and Astrophysics. The site has links to many sites on topics including astronauts, astronomy, astrophysics, education, jobs, etc.
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Other

Astronomy and Astrophysics

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is about Astronomy and Astrophysics. The site has plenty of information and links to related topics.
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Other

Department of Biophysics & Biophysical Chemistry

For Students 9th - 10th
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine site detailing ongoing research in Biophysics & Biophysical Chemistry. The site has links to courses, seminars, faculty, graduate studies, and general information.
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Other

University of Liverpool: Matter Initiative for Schools a Level Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features numerous interactive resources (such as simulations, interactive exercises, experiments, etc.) designed for teachers and students of the physical sciences. Some of the resources are available only on CD-ROM, but most...
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Other

Ntnu Java Virtual Physics Laboratory

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Taiwan Normal University maintains this educational physics resource that features a comprehensive selection of interactive JAVA simulations. Many are accompanied by guest comments and discussions. Some portions of the site...
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Texas A&M University

The Cyclotron Institute

For Students 9th - 10th
What is a cyclotron and what does it have to do with atomic physics. Go to this site and find the answers to all your questions.
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Other

Institute of Physics

For Students 9th - 10th
This is truly a fantastic site. The Institute of Physics is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland, inspiring people to develop their knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of physics. A must-see for...
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Nobel Media AB

The Nobel Prize: Ernest Lawrence Biographical

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the physicist and Nobel Laureate Ernest Lawrence.
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Other

Math, Physics and Engineering Applets

For Students 9th - 10th
Written by Paul Falstad, these educational Java applets address myriad concepts related to electrostatics, magnetostatics and electrodynamics. You'll find instructions on how to operate each applet, but little explanatory material.
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Activity
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Definition of Physics

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson defines physics and addresses some misconceptions about studying physics. Students will begin to understand the basics of physics and how it relates to...
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Using Ph Et Simulations in a Large Lecture Class the Photoelectric Effect

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This activity provides a complete curriculum for teaching the photoelectric effect using the PhET Photoelectric Effect simulation in a large-lecture modern physics course.
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Harvard University

Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents information on the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. There are links to research, events, facilities, press releases, etc.