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  • Science Tidbits

    Is it safe to eat that moldy bread?

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    It’s happened to everyone – you’re making a sandwich and discover a green spot on the bread. What do you do?

    Hurricane Irene Hits the U.S.

    Hurricane Irene

    What is sweeping up the east coast of the United States, has winds of 115 (!!) miles per hour, and can create waves 12 feet tall? It is Hurricane Irene! Learn more about this powerful and fascinating storm!

    What does 14 trillion of something look like?

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    The age of the universe is estimated to be 13.7 billion years. The United States national debt is currently just over 14 trillion dollars. What does a trillion really looks like?

    Stunning Octopus Camoflage Footage

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    Seriously, just watch the video. It is amazing!

    Hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk?

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    It’s hot outside. Really hot. But is it hot enough to fry an egg on the sidewalk?

    Flashed Face Distortion Effect

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    This effect is a quite striking, actually it’s kind of disturbing. Check out the video to experience this strange visual effect.

    Space Shuttle Science

    Shuttle Tile

    On July 8, 2011 we saw the last launch of a Space Shuttle. At the science center we explored some of the science behind a shuttle launch.

  • Experimenting at Home

    Make your own hovercraft

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    How to Make Oobleck

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    How to make a Naked Egg

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    Cabbage Chemistry

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    Make ice cream at home

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    How to make Slime

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    Film Canister Rockets

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  • Science Studio

    Is an exhibit space at Imagination Station where you can explore science on your own terms. At our activity bench you can make slime, build rockets or look at bugs under microscopes.

    Here you will find information about science news, activities and experiments you can do at home. If you find something you like, give us some feedback via the comment section at the bottom of any article. If you have a great idea or a science question send us an email.

  • Cool Science Videos

    Imag It 48 - 20120114 - Cabbage indicator

    Acid/Base chemistry with a head of cabbage

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    Where’s the Bacteria?

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    Edible instant worms

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    How does disappearing ink work?

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