DeSTEMber Video
The Franklin Institute, one of the oldest science museums in the US, will provide a unique and fun “Science of Fireworks” presentation all the way from Philadelphia, PA. Uncover the chemistry of pyrotechnic explosions and learn what gives your holiday fireworks their colors, sparkles, and whistles.
What can you create with a Ping Pong ball, 3 volt motor, wires, battery and paint stirrers? A motorized arm–kicking stick–to hit the Ping Pong ball across the floor!
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Spins, loops and drops! Roller coasters take us on crazy rides with high speeds and big adrenaline rushes! What causes them to travel so fast and who is in charge of designing them? Create your own roller coaster to discover the different types of energy they use and what is involved in getting people from start to finish safely.
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Sweet Crystals
Maple syrup tastes great on pancakes, but did you know it has other amazing characteristics? It can form different sizes and shapes of crystals under certain conditions. Heat and cool some maple syrup to see what kind of crystals you can form.
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