The Science Of Sound Waves

What Are Sound Waves? Sound is all around us and is how we hear things like music, voices, and footsteps.  The science of sound waves is called acoustics, the study of mechanical waves in solids, liquids, and gases. How do sound waves travel? Sound waves are...

Light Reflection & Refraction

What Is Reflection? Reflection occurs when light hits a surface and bounces back. Reflected light makes images appear in mirrors and on other smooth, shiny surfaces Laws of Reflection: The Angle of Incidence Equals the Angle of Reflection: When a light ray hits a...

How Telescopes Work

What Is A Telescope? A telescope is an optical instrument designed to make distant objects appear closer and more detailed.  There are two main types of telescopes: Refracting Telescopes: These use lenses to bend light and bring it to a focus.  The first lens, the...

Types of Chemical Reactions

What Is A Chemical Reaction? A chemical reaction is a process where one or more substances, called reactants, are transformed into one or more new substances, known as products. New elements can only be formed by nuclear reactions and not chemical reactions. Some...

Biomes and Ecosystems

Biomes Vs. Ecosystems A biome is a vast region on Earth characterized by a specific climate, geography, and distinct types of living organisms. Major biomes include tundra, aquatic, forests, grasslands, and deserts. The plants and animals in each biome have special...
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