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"Baseketball": A Physicist Party Trick
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This trick from Exploratorium physicist Paul Doherty lets you add together the bounces of two balls and send one ball flying.
Paper Cup Stool
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In this activity, learners will explore how and why weight distribution works.
Exploring Properties: Surface Area
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This hands-on activity demonstrates how a material can act differently when it's nanometer-sized.
Stretching Wires
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In this activity, learners determine the elastic and plastic properties of different types of metal wires.
Ready, Set, Fizz!
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In this activity, learners explore the chemical reaction between water and effervescent antacid tablets. This hands-on activity models how a material can act differently when it's nanometer-sized.
Rainbow Film
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In this activity, learners use clear nail polish to create a beautiful iridescent pattern on black paper. Learners discover that a thin film creates iridescent, rainbow colors.