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Michael Rogers 23 January 2012

A frozen disk of vulcanized rubber traveling at speeds upwards of 100 mph is about to be sent into flight... While a blast from the point is exciting for a fan , it turns out to be compelling from a science perspective as well.

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Michael Rogers 23 January 2012

Let's take a quick look at the physics of snow and why skis can slide on it. Keep in mind that while I'm using skis as an example, the same physics applies for anything else you dare ride to the bottom of a snow-covered hill!

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Andrew H 23 January 2012

There are many reasons why players choose to tape their sticks, all of which invovle concepts form Physics.

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Michelle Po23 January 2012

From photons to photos, an outline of how digital imaging works.

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Candace Webb 23 January 2012

News about biofuels is everywhere these days. More often than not, the stories are about the controversy surrounding their contribution to the increased cost of food.

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Derek van Pel23 January 2012

Although one may not think of a "cardboard" box as the latest invention, it may be what could 'save the world!

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Michael Rogers 23 January 2012

A heated discussion about tempurature, kinetics, and the physics of energy.

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Genie Leung 23 January 2012

It's hard to resist: you glance at an innocent lava lamp and inevitably become drawn in by the hypnotic motion of its coloured balls of goo!

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CurioCity23 January 2012

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CurioCity23 January 2012

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