Transcript
A scintillator chemical (butyl-PBD) is added to the liquid benzene. Fiona is wearing an aspirator because of the carcinogenic1 properties of benzene. Special silica2 glass vials are used to contain the mixture of benzene and PBD.
NOTIFICATIONS
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Citizen Science Month
03/04/2025April is Citizen Science Month – a great opportunity to explore the wide range of citizen science projects that we have. This article will help you make the most of these resources.
Kaitiakitanga o te moana
01/04/2025We have new resources for a week or an entire term! Classroom tested with great literacy links.
Drawing for thinking – recorded workshop now available
28/03/2025Our recent session with Andrew James is now available to view here. Learn how you can use simple drawing techniques to support learning.
Thinking about term 2?
27/03/2025Our pānui for Māehe offers PLD resources to make planning easier and add depth to your classroom pedagogy. We also provide a heads-up on upcoming changes to our website.
School holidays ideas
25/03/2025Need inspiration for what to do these upcoming Autumn school holidays? We have it covered with this event listing full of ideas and places to visit across the motu.
Reforming GE regulation in Aotearoa
20/03/2025Take a closer look at some of the possible risks and benefits of reforming GE technology in Aotearoa New Zealand in this article republished from The Conversation.
Student-led climate action!
18/03/2025Follow in the footsteps of an Auckland school to reduce emissions at the school gate. This activity tells you how.
Puna Aronui – Inclusive science education
13/03/2025We have sent out an email to all who registered for the upcoming Puna Aronui – Inclusive science education PLD course. Check your email if you registered. There was a high number of registrations and, with funding for only 60 spots available, regrettably some people have missed out. Please email us with any queries.
Knowledge systems in action
11/03/2025In this recorded webinar we hear from Pauline Waiti, Lian Soh and Rosemary Hipkins as they explore ideas about mātauranga and science in the classroom.
