Space, and space related things generally can make some pretty big headlines. Whether it be Hubble, the Curiosity landing on Mars, or Space Oddity Chris Hadfield serenading us from aboard the ISS, the milestones in exploration history act as nice distraction from the typical news stories of any given day. What may be even more […]
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Chemistry Thought Of The Day: Holiday Fun – Dry Ice
DIY: Creepy Fog TOOLS: CO2 fire extinguisher or CO2 canister from a bottling plant (beer / soda distributor) NOTE: CO2 Fire Extinguishers are explicitly marked. If it doesn’t say CO2, it won’t work Mesh Cloth (not a solid bag as you need to let the gas escape) Heavy Gloves Tape (optional) PROCEDURE: Put on gloves […]
Biology Thought Of The Day: Nature’s Dice
Australia is home to some of the more unique animal and plant species in the world. Some of those species are known fairly well for not being overly agreeable with humans. From crocodiles, spiders, snakes, nettles, to wombats; Australia has plenty of things that can get you. Wombat you ask? The average wombat can weigh […]