Saturday 23 September 2023
Westminster motor
A very successful Westminster motor build with it rotating at high speed. Sometimes it just works like this. Other times, it is a struggle. Getting the commutator right is the skill and a small amount of sticky tape.
Friday 22 September 2023
Alkali Metals Reactions
The Alkali metals are always a good start to Chemistry comparing their hardness, how fast they oxidise when exposed to air and of course their reactions with water. Lots of fun and lots of science Why are the metals stored under oil and why are they double stoppered?
Thursday 21 September 2023
Determining G
We went to determine G using a Lego ball drop experiment - 8.8 m/s2 and then via the @pascoscientific picket fence and lightgate. 9.81 m/s2 spot on on the second go.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
Planning ahead
I had a look at the new Blackmagic Camera coming out in October. I think it will be ideal for in front of the organ, so we will need a wide-angle lens for this so I decided to try out the Olympus 14-42 Lens
First Principles
Diving into differentiation from the first principles. Starting with the basics and then tackling more complex equations.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
Centre of mass
Irregularly shaped objects and finding their centre of mass. Also fun with the broom. With this simple trick, it is easy.
Monday 18 September 2023
Blood types
Year 9 students learn all about blood types and how the antigens work. Who is the universal donor and who is the universal recipient, using synthetic blood.
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