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    Listed under:  Science  >  Scientific inquiry  >  Experiments  >  Scientific control
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    Lens Simulation (sk- Intel)

    • TLF-IDM016162

    Students learn about the application of light refraction by completing a series of tasks based on light refraction using both concave and convex lenses.

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    Density Simulation (sk-Intel)

    • TLF-IDM016221

    This resource is in the style of an 'authentic' scientific investigation. The investigation is set in a crime lab where finding the densities of the various items can solve the crime. The tool enables students to explore mass and volume for a variety of solids and liquids and hence determine their densities.

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    Testing a Leaf for Starch

    • TLF-IDM016284

    Students use this resource consisting of seven slides with diagrams, written explanation and voice-over to understand how to test a leaf for starch and how this relates to the occurrence of photosynthesis in the leaf. There is a two-question quiz and a summary slide.

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    Mirrors Simulation (sk-Intel)

    • TLF-IDM016413

    Students explore the reflection of light by plane mirrors and operate a simple periscope using ray diagrams.

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    Electromagnetic Simulation (sk-Intel)

    • TLF-IDM016520

    In this resource students explore how an electromagnet works in real life. They can then apply their learning in an electromagnetism game by changing the magnetism of a scrap lifter in a scrap yard and removing various amounts of scrap. The resource demonstrates the connection between the power applied, the number of coils ...

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    Seahorses

    • TLF-IDM016644

    This six and a half minute video segment from Catalyst shows one of the most beautiful and bizarre creatures under the sea, the seahorse. Their highly unusual reproduction has not been sufficient to overcome the impacts of habitat destruction and human predation.

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    iPlan

    • TLF-IDM016719

    This resource contains ten IWB flipcharts as well as Flash alternative exercises and models how to plan a scientific investigation, choose the right equipment and follow safe working practices.

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    Rotocopters

    • TLF-IDM016727

    This resource contains lessons plans containing instructions and teachers' notes for a lesson that can be part of a unit on flight or used as a great motivating activity to foster positive attitudes. The clear and explicit instructions are a good example of a procedural text. The notes also provide a clear explanation of ...

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    Measuring Speed (Simulation)

    • TLF-IDM016557

    Students use this resource consisting of a webpage with diagrams of three cars that students can vary the speed at which they are travelling. They can calculate the time to travel 3000m and then observe the cars as they travel the distance. This demonstrates how to work out the speed of a moving object and how to make calculations ...

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    Stopping Distances: animation

    • TLF-IDM016344

    Students use this resource consisting of a webpage in which students can vary either the vehicle (car or truck) and the road surface (dry, wet, icy) to explore the effect on stopping distance. This could be used as an introduction to friction.

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    experiMENTALS: Levitating balloon

    • TLF-IDM016651

    This resource contains a materials and instruction list and brief explanation for students about the process of levitating a balloon.

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    DIY Lava Lamp

    • TLF-IDM016475

    This resource contains lessons plans containing instructions and teachers' notes for an activity based on a chemical reaction that occurs when a soluble aspirin tablet dissolves and the fact that oil and water do not mix are used to create a model of a lava lamp. Students have fun while they learn about density of fluids. ...

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    experiMENTALS: Bubble 07 diversion grenades

    • TLF-IDM016544

    This resource contains a materials and instruction list and brief explanation for students about the process of carrying out a chemical reaction between bicarbonate of soda and vinegar.

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    Cool colour

    • TLF-IDM016673

    This is a lesson plan, complete with instructions, materials list, worksheets and photographs of the expected results from the ABC's surfing scientist. The students are encouraged to participate in a first-hand science activity using sugar and colour-coated chocolate lollies.

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    Using a Microscope

    • TLF-IDM016384

    Students use this resource consisting of ten slides with diagrams, written explanation and voice-over to understand how to use a microscope correctly. There is a two-question quiz and a summary slide.

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    Plotting a Magnetic Field

    • TLF-IDM016553

    Students use this resource consisting of seven slides with diagrams, written explanation and voice-over to understand how to plot the magnetic field around a bar magnet using a plotting compass. There is a two-question quiz and a summary slide.

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    experiMENTALS: Keys on a shoelace

    • TLF-IDM016617

    This resource contains a materials and instruction list and brief explanation for students to show that keys on a shoelace can do some unexpected things.

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    Sites2See: Insects and Spiders

    • TLF-IDM016738

    This page links to a range of materials from the Australian Museums' Bugwise program, with additional materials and activities, including a resource about invertebrates in freshwater.

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    experiMENTALS: Magic rocking candle

    • TLF-IDM016610

    This resource contains a materials and instruction list and brief explanation for students about the process of burning both ends of a balancing candle. This activity is most likely to be done as a teacher demonstration for safety and classroom management reasons, particularly at primary school level.

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    Biodiversity – sustainability action process (Years 3–6)

    • TLF-IDM020872

    This biodiversity learning resource guides students through an extended school based investigation. Students develop and implement a chosen sustainability action and then evaluate and reflect on their success and their learning.

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