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This Planet Science resource has been designed for science teachers to share with their colleagues in modern foreign languages. Five fun proof demonstrations are provided, which also give some ideas about each country’s culture. The resources can be used for language days, as an eccentric end of term treat, or even a French, German or Spanish assembly.
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Draughts Trick Experiment
The draughts trick experiment from Planet Science, available in English, French, German and Spanish, will need practice if the teacher is to perform it as a starter activity in class or if students attempt it at home. It can be used is used as a demonstration of forces and inertia (Newton’s First and Second laws). The resource…
Illusory Pendulum Experiment
The Illusory Pendulum Experiment from Planet Science, available in English, French, German and Spanish, is used to demonstrate the sensitivity of the eye to light. A swinging pendulum is set up and is observed when dark filters are placed on each eye in turn. The pendulum appears to execute a different motion caused by a delay in…
Noisy Coat Hangers Experiment
The Noisy Coat Hangers Experiment from Planet Science, available in English, French, German and Spanish, is used as a demonstration to allow students to compare how efficiently sound travels through solids and through gases and why it travels at different rates according to the substance. This resource is aimed at Key Stage Three…
Pulp Friction Experiment
The Pulp Friction Experiment, from Planet Science, is available in English, French, German and Spanish, and is used as a demonstration of friction. Students simply require two books with the pages interlocked to try this quick experiment. Students discover that paper is not as smooth as it seems and that there is friction between…
Static Paper Experiment
This simple Static Paper Experiment, from Planet Science, available in English, French, German and Spanish, involves charging a balloon which then attracts small pieces of paper and is used as a demonstration of static electricity. A good explanation of the science involved is given, explaining the movements of electrons. This…
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