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How to
Tell Whether the Moon Is Waxing or Waning
A full breakdown of moon phases and understanding what they mean The moon takes 27.3 days to orbit the earth, but the full lunar cycle takes a full 29.5 days to complete. Throughout the cycle, the moon will be waxing eac...
How to
Make a Diorama
'''Building a diorama is a fun DIY project in which you can create an exciting scene in a small space.''' Dioramas allow a lot of room for creativity and innovation. Though dioramas usually display a historical time peri...
How to
Make Hot Ice
How can ice be hot? When it's not ordinary ice. Using the same ingredients as a baking soda volcano, you can create sodium acetate. By cooling this below its freezing point, you get a liquid that's ready to freeze at the...
General Knowledge Quiz
Is your brain filled with interesting facts? Do you remember everything from the equation for finding the circumference of a circle to the capital of each country in the world? Answer these 25 general knowledge trivia qu...
How to
Make Bioplastic
A bioplastic is a type of plastic that can be made from plant starches or gelatins/agars. They are better for the environment because they are not derived from petroleum. They can also be easily made at home with a few s...
How to
Use and Read an Outside Micrometer
If you are a machinist, manufacturing, or engine professional, exact measurements are an everyday must. When it comes to measuring cylindrical or spherical objects, an outside micrometer would be the best tool to use. A ...
How to
Make a Wind Vane
Wind vanes help you determine the direction the wind is blowing. They are often attached to the tops of buildings, where the wind isn't affected by the many objects close to ground. You can make a simple wind vane as a s...
Am I Smarter than a 5th Grader Quiz
Do you remember how to find the circumference of a circle? What about the capital of New Jersey? We’re about to quiz you game-show style with a variety of elementary school trivia questions, from math and science to hi...
What Is the 5th Dimension? Latest Theories & More
See how hidden dimensions shape our reality When you think of extra dimensions, you probably imagine old sci-fi movies with evil creatures from higher planes of reality coming to wreak havoc on our 4D world. But what are...
How to
Make a Telescope
Telescopes make distant objects appear nearer, using a combination of lenses and mirrors. If you happen to have no telescopes or binoculars at home, and you can make one yourself! Take note that the images may appear ups...
How to
Make an Electromagnet
In an electromagnet, an electric current runs through a piece of metal and creates a magnetic field. To create a simple electromagnet, you'll need a source of electricity, a conductor, and metal. Wrap insulated copper wi...
How to
Make Laundry Detergent Slime
Slime is a fun kind of putty to play with. It is icky, sticky, and gross. While you can always head out to the store and buy some, it is much more fun to make it at home. One of the most popular slime recipes requires bo...
How to Read a Buret Measurement
Learn to use a burette for titration and other experiments A burette (or “buret”) is a handy lab tool for dispensing fluids into solutions and, more importantly, for measuring how much fluid you’ve dispensed. They�...
5 Easy Fluffy Slime Recipes
5 ways to create gooey and fluffy slime at home Fluffy slime is super easy to make—all you need is a few common household ingredients. We’ll show you how to make the fluffiest slime ever with glue, shaving cream, and...
How to
Read a Galileo Thermometer
Galileo thermometers are glass tubes filled with floating colorful spheres. They’re based on Galileo Galilei’s invention, the thermoscope. Changing temperatures cause the colorful orbs to either sink or float inside ...
How to Determine Relative Humidity: Formulas & More
Easily calculate relative and absolute humidityHumidity can be taken with a hygrometer or another specialized device, but it can also be calculated if you know the air temperature, the dew point, and a few simple and sta...
A Guide to Writing a Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) Paragraph for Science
Learn to formulate a claim, collect evidence, and explain your reasoning When scientists make claims about our world, they justify those claims by citing evidence and explaining their reasoning. “Claim, Evidence, Reaso...
How to
Make Sodium Hydroxide Chemically
Sodium hydroxide, lye, and caustic soda all refer to the same compound, NaOH, which is comprised of 3 single atoms: sodium, oxygen, and hydrogen. NaOH is often used to teach about pH in high schools and it can neutralize...
How to
Build a Wind Turbine
A wind turbine is a simple mechanical device similar to the windmill. The blades of your turbine will catch air currents, using that motion to transmit mechanical energy along a drive shaft. This shaft will then turn the...
How to
Make a Human Skeleton out of Paper
Paper skeletons are great to have around. They are popular for learning anatomy, as Halloween decorations, or just for fun! Making a paper skeleton at home can teach you about bones and be a fun activity at the same time...
