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For Students 9th - 10th
The main figure behind the first transatlantic telegraph knew very little about the science or engineering behind it, but was convinced that with it a fortune could be made. Read about these findings here.
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Quackwatch: Power Lines and Cancer Nothing to Fear

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explores the history of power lines and cancer associations, as well as dispelling the myth. The science is explored by citing known facts, studies and experts in the field.
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For Students 9th - 10th
An article that discusses the coupling of an electric field with a magnetic field to create electromagnetic waves. Article also discusses how different types of electromagnetic waves have different wavelengths which forms the...
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For Students 3rd - 8th
Inside your brain, you have over 80 billion neurons - tiny brain cells, all working together to make you the person you are.Neurons talk to each other by sending electrical messages. Each message creates a tiny magnetic field. If enough...
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For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the properties of electromagnetic radiation and photons.