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Why autumn leaves change colourAutumn colour begins with chemistry that is active all year. Chlorophyll, the pigment that makes most leaves green, masks colours hidden inside the leaf. As…
The ideal gas law and the behaviour of gasesPulling back the plunger of a sealed syringe makes the trapped air occupy more space, yet its pressure falls. Push the plunger in and the reverse happens.…
How animals adapt to cold climatesCold is more than a low thermometer reading. Wind removes warm air next to the skin, while ice and snow conduct heat away. An animal must conserve the heat it…
The Layers of the Atmosphere and Their FunctionsThe atmosphere is a layered envelope of gases held to Earth by gravity. Dry air contains about 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and smaller amounts of argon, carbon…
Wild West And Gold-Themed Pokies For Australian PlayersWild west and gold-themed pokies combine familiar casino mechanics with frontier imagery: dusty trails, saloons, prospectors, six-shooters, nuggets, and…
Bitcoin Slots And Offshore Casino Safety For AustraliansSearches for “bitcoin slots best” often combine three different interests: digital-currency payments, online slot games, and casino comparisons. For Australian…
Why Iron Corrodes: The Chemistry of RustAn old metal gate at an Australian school can look perfectly sound until damp weather brings out streaks of orange-brown. The hinges stiffen, the surface…
How tides are caused by the Moon and SunTides are the regular rise and fall of sea level, producing high water and low water along coastlines. The movement also drives currents in bays, estuaries and…
Choosing Safer Online Poker and Casino Sites in AustraliaSearching for the online poker best sites Australia has available requires more than comparing welcome banners. Australian players need to consider whether a…
Water potential and osmosis in plant cellsPlant cells move water in response to differences in water potential, a measure of the energy available for water movement. When the water status on one side…