Extreme weather events, from bushfires to floods, and sudden geological changes, like earthquakes and tsunamis, have an enormous impact on our planet. In this book, students investigate different examples of extreme weather, focusing on examples from around Australia, and how these events affect living and non-living aspects of the environment.
Australian Science from its Beginning to the mid-20th Century
A large colour illustrated book of Australian science history and biography, containing rare maps and illustrations from the personal collection of Emeritus Professor Robert Clancy. His book presents the advancements that Australia has contributed to the world in wide-ranging fields like Biology, Physics, Astronomy and Geology, and encourages ......
Charles Martin and the Foundation of Biological Science in Australia
Charles Martin was an Englishman who made a lasting impact on Australian science in the first half of the twentieth century. This illustrated book describes his life and various breakthroughs, as head of the Lister institute, in the allied forces in WW2, and on myxomatosis with the CSIRO. He brought modern experimental science to Australia.
Eight-part series covering engaging science topics, including extreme weather events and their impact on the world.
Developed in partnership with 2020 NSW Young Australian of the Year, Corey Tutt, and Deadly Science.
How Inequality, AI and Climate Will Usher in a New World Order
What is the impact of COVID-19 on world economies? If the cost of providing universal health care is lower than the cost of building a political movement to prevent it, would politicians still view it as socialism? In a world where algorithms and robots take the jobs of immigrants and citizens alike, are border controls an effective response? If ......
This 6-page laminated reference guide outlines the key concepts in Physics. It contains information on: 2- & 3-dimensional coordinate systems, types of forces, kinetic energy, rotation of a rigid body, Newton's Law of Motion and much more.
Written with compassion and nuance, this unique guide recognizes that all families must make their own decisions and gives science-minded parents the tools to evaluate the evidence for themselves.
Find out the definition of a chain reaction, what the symbol for helium is, the speed of light equation, and more chemistry-based terms with this invaluable 3-panel (6-page)guide. All terms are up-to-date and listed in alphabetical order for easy reference; full-color images are also included that highlight specific information. No laboratory ......
