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Build a Solar System
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In this activity, learners make a scale model of the Solar System and learn the real definition of "space." Learners use the online calculator to create an appropriate scale to use as a basis for thei
Shake Table
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This activity guide includes instructions on how to build a "Shake Table" by mounting an eccentric mass (off center) on the shaft of a small dc motor.
Paper Bridges
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In this activity, learners build bridges using paper and explore how much weight each bridge design can support.
Macro-Microarray
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In this activity, learners explore the "nuts and bolts" of gene chips.
Clay Beams and Columns
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In this activity, learners make or use pre-made clay beams to scale and proportion. Specifically, they discover that when you scale up proportionally (i.e.
Column Chromatography
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In this activity, learners separate the components of Gatorade using a home-made affinity column.
To Topo Two
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In this activity, two groups of learners create two separate landform models out of clay (mountains and valleys).
Atmosphere Composition Model
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In this activity, learners create a model using metric measuring tapes and atmosphere composition data.
Modeling the Seasons
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This activity provides instructions for learners to create models of the Earth and then to model a "day" on Earth as well as modeling the seasons.
The Crayon Rock Cycle
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In this activity, learners use crayons to draw conclusions about rocks and the rock cycle.