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How Many?: A Dictionary of Units of Measurement
Use the online dictionary to look up the definitions of three
different units of measurement. Choose one unit of length, one
of mass, and one of temperature.
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GPS: A New Constellation
Explore
the many uses of GPS. How is this satellite system used in
land management?
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The Art of Science
Scientists
often use drawings and photographs to illustrate a subject.
What
other tools do they use to produce images? What do you think
a microscope
might be used for? What about an X-ray?
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Washington
University Medical School
A
network of scientists is online, ready to answer your questions
about science. Ask a question about Earth, life, or physical
science, or conduct one of the many experiments found at this
site.
NOVA
Online
Ancient
artifacts tell archaeologists a lot about the lives of prehistoric
people. Sharpen your archaeological skills by reassembling
broken pieces of a clay pot.
Chemical Elements.com
The
periodic table arranges elements according to their properties.
What element does the symbol Mg represent? Draw the atomic
structure of this element.
Science
Made Simple, Inc.
Practice
converting English units of measurement to SI units. Record
your results in your Science Journal.
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