Solar Energy Video This video demonstrates connecting solar panels in series and parallel. The panels in solar array pictured above on St. Josephs CHS, are connected in series and parallel. |
Find a Galaxy It is possible to see a galaxy with nothing more than a pair of binoculars. This video explains where and when to look. Grade 9: Earth and Space Science: The Study of the Universe Grade 6: Understanding Earth and Space Systems |
An Introduction to Gears Grade 4:
Structures and Mechanisms: Pulleys and Gears.
Grade 8: Structures and Mechanisms: Mechanical Advantage |
Gears and Clocks (All Grades) "be
aware of scientific and technological events happening in your
community"
Mechanical
clocks use gears.
This video takes a look at some clock mechanisms
including
the tower clock at Pembroke City Hall. There are also clock towers in
Arnprior, Renfrew and Eganville.
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Insect Life Cycle - Honey Bees Grade 2:
Understanding Life Systems: Life Cycle - egg, larva, pupa, adult
Grade 6:
Understanding Life Systems: Biodiversity - Honey Bees and pollination
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Buoyancy and Density The
science behind sinking and floating.
Grade 8: Understanding Matter and Energy: Fluids |
Electricity, Series and Parallel Circuits Electrons are presented
as the charged particles that carry
electrical energy in most circuits. The video includes a demonstration
of series and parallel circuits.
Grade 6: Electricity and Electrical Devices. |
Lemon Battery Creating a battery from a lemon is a common project in many science text books. Successfully creating one of these devices is not easy. This video demonstrates how to construct and use a lemon battery. |
Ursa Major/Big Dipper A short video clip showing how to use the constellation Ursa Major to find Polaris (North Star) and Ursa Minor. This video is designed to support an introductory astronomy program. Supports Ontario grade 6 and 9 science curriculum. |