The SciencesSeptember 25, 2014
Buoyant Balloon: Float Forward with Fluid Physics
Find out how a balloon behaves differently in motion than other objects
Stories by Mack Levine
The SciencesJanuary 9, 2014
Suction Science: How to Break a Ruler Using Air Pressure
Perform an apparent feat of strength with this impressive physics demonstration
The SciencesDecember 12, 2013
Double-Slit Science: How Light Can Be Both a Particle and a Wave
Learn how light can be two things at once with this illuminating experiment
September 26, 2013
Swiveling Science: Conserving Momentum in a Spinning Chair
Learn how figure skaters speed up during a spin with this dizzying activity
The SciencesAugust 15, 2013
Stretchy Science: A Rubber Band Heat Engine
Learn how a rubber band can turn heat into mechanical work with this simple activity
The SciencesJune 27, 2013
Seesaw Science: The Hammer–Ruler Trick
A fun physics demonstration from Education.com