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Virtual Workshop: The Course on Electricity & Magnetism
On line course on Electricity and Magnetism for graduate credit or professional development, that emphasizes hands on activities you can use in your classroom.
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Virtual Workshop: The Course on Temperature and Heat
On line course on Temperature and Heat for graduate credit or professional development, that emphasize hands on activities you can use in your classroom.
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University of Kentucky: Genetic Testing
An essay on the uses and types of genetic testing. Very readable. Discusses legal issues, offers several case study examples, and includes a definition.
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University of Kentucky: Geology of Kentucky
Learn about the geology of Kentucky with this site that contains links for information.
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Uk Entomology: Stinging Caterpillars
Peruse this site and discover why not all caterpillars are meant to be held. Learn how to spot a stinging caterpillar and discover why they are equipped with this defense mechanism.
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Uk Entomology: Ticks and Disease
Peruse this site and discover some preventative techniques you can use to help protect yourself from obtaining Lyme Disease.
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Uk Entomology: Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
Peruse this site and discover some interesting facts about this wingless cockroach. Learn what makes the Madagascar Hissing Cockroach such a fascinating insect as well as how to care for one.
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University of Kentucky: Common Spiders
Find concise information that chronicles common spiders found around homes and buildings. Several descriptions and pictures are included on this site.
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Uk: Starting an Observation Hive of Honey Bees
This interesting site explains how one goes about creating a honey bee hive for observation purposes.
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University of Kentucky: Brown Recluse Spider
Webpage reference on the brown recluse spider which is more poisonous than a black widow and is more often found infesting homes and businesses.
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Uk: Ladybugs
Discover what makes the ladybug more than just a pretty bug. Peruse this site and learn about its characteristics that make it so unique and beneficial to humans.
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Uk: Praying Mantids
Peruse this site and discover what makes these insects so unique. Learn some interesting facts about them and view some great photos of them along the way.
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Uk: Carpenter Ants
Discover how to spot carpenter ants as well as learn more about their biology and habits along the way.
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Uk: Teacher Certification Requirements for 50 States
Teaching certification requirements vary based on state requirements. The University of Kentucky has created a resource to allow individuals to check out the requirements for all 50 states.
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Uk: Magnesium Comics
A set of comics that feature magnesium, and information about the element, in the story line. Less rigorous than some sites, but still interesting and fun.
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Kentucky Geological Survey: How Is Coal Formed?
Describes the evolution of dead plant matter into coal.
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Kentucky Classics: A Glossary of Rhetorical Terms With Examples
Rhetorical terms are defined on this site by the Kentucky Division of Classics. With sentence examples of each in English and Greek. Also related links to Perseus.
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University of Kentucky: Rocks and Minerals: Sedimentary Rocks: Sandstone
The cementing of minerals together forms a sedimentary rock called sandstone. One form of sandstone is rock asphalt. Learn more about it here.
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University of Kentucky: Isomer Flow Chart
Flow charts for determining the relationship between different isomers.
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University of Kentucky: Glossary of Stereochemical Terms
A large glossary of stereochemistry terms.
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University of Kentucky: Kentucky Geological Survey: Coal Mining
Easy-to-understand information and a colorful diagram on the underground and surface mining methods used for extracting coal.
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University of Kentucky: European Red Mite
A resource with information on the red mite including management in relation to farming.
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Chem Comics: Krypton
All sorts of comics (especially Superman) where krypton comes into play. Nice graphics for a presentation or report.
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University of Kentucky: Hydrogen Like Orbitals
Good site for viewing atomic orbitals. Click on an energy level and you get a simulated three dimensional image of the orbitals.