October 8 - Today in Science History - Scientists born on October 8th, died, and events

October 8 - Today in Science History - Scientists born on October 8th, died, and events: Notable events in science throughout history!



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Science by Email | Space cork, Pressure

Science by Email | Space cork, Pressure: "Bottles of champagne may send corks sky high, but spacecraft take cork as far as Mars. Their success depends on it.

Cork reached new heights as part of the protective aeroshell that insulated the Mars Rovers Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity from the intense heat of entering the Martian atmosphere."

Read the rest of the article and check out this month's try at home science activity, too!



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As Many Exceptions As Rules

As Many Exceptions As Rules:  Here is a cool blog about DNA and genetics.  It goes into a lot more detail that you will be learning as 7th graders, but for those of you with in interest in genetics, it is pretty fascinating! You may not understand all of it, but take a look! You will be learning about some of the researchers mentioned and basic genetic concepts. Write down any questions you have or post them on the blog!

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Science by Email | 3D mapping

Science by Email | 3D mapping: "

Look around the room you’re in now. Imagine trying to accurately map out the details in the room. Now consider trying to map out the entire building. It sounds time consuming, but Zebedee technology can map whole buildings in minutes.

Zebedee is a device developed by CSIRO. It includes a laser scanner and measurement sensor mounted on a handle using a spring. Locations can be mapped by simply holding the Zebedee device and walking through."

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What Does the Fox Say? The Viral Music Video Isn't Totally Wrong | Underwire | Wired.com

What Does the Fox Say? The Viral Music Video Isn't Totally Wrong | Underwire | Wired.com:  So if you've seen the video, this song is undoubtedly stuck in your head and maybe even left you wondering "What does a fox say?" - if so, wonder no more! Surprisingly, the funny noises in the video actually correlate to noises a real fox makes! Check it out for yourself!

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phyla | the Shape of Life

phyla | the Shape of Life:  video clips from PBS The Shape of Life

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Autumnal Equinox - September 22 / Today in Science / Science NetLinks

Autumnal Equinox - September 22 / Today in Science / Science NetLinks: "Autumnal Equinox
The autumnal equinox is observed as a day-long affair, but the actual event is only a single point in time, usually observed on the 22nd or 23rd of September in the northern hemisphere. What happens is that earth reaches a point in its rotation so that the equator lines up perfectly parallel with that of the sun, putting the two on an equal “plane” for a short period of time. This point in time is called “solar noon.”"

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Body Plans

Body Plans:  Symmetry!

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Cool Video: Sea Slug Dance Reveals Primitive Learning | LiveScience

Cool Video: Sea Slug Dance Reveals Primitive Learning | LiveScience: "Cool Video: Sea Slug Dance Reveals Primitive Learning
Stephanie Pappas, LiveScience Senior Writer   |   June 07, 2013 12:34pm ET

An attempt by one slug species to eat another ends in a flamboyant dance by the potential prey — and in a learning experience for the hungry predator.

A new video shows this interaction, which reveals that the predator sea slug, Pleurobranchaea californica is cleverer than previously believed. The slug, which generally eats anything it can get its mouth around, can learn to avoid nasty prey, according to new research published online in May in the Journal of Experimental Biology."



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Ear Wax From Whales Keeps Record Of Ocean Contaminants : NPR

Ear Wax From Whales Keeps Record Of Ocean Contaminants : NPR:



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New cell component important to tea and wine-making

New cell component important to tea and wine-making: "Sept. 11, 2013 — Scientists have discovered where plants build tannins, complex chemicals used by plants for defense and protection. The source is the tannosome, a newly discovered organelle that is found in most land plants."  Wow!

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Science by Email | Night parrots, Ghost photos

Science by Email | Night parrots, Ghost photos: "DNA analysis of feathers confirms a recent sighting of the elusive night parrot. One of Australia’s rarest birds, this sighting is the first time a night parrot has been caught on camera.

The last live night parrot was caught more than 100 years ago. Since then, only dead specimens have been collected and they are few and far between. In the recent past, the species was so rarely encountered by humans that some people thought it was extinct."

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Chemical Communication - NatureWorks

Chemical Communication - NatureWorks:  Animal Communication article

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BBC Nature - Chimpanzee videos, news and facts

BBC Nature - Chimpanzee videos, news and facts:  Chimp Grooming

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Video -- Blue Whales -- National Geographic

Video -- Blue Whales -- National Geographic: "Blue whales have complex calls that can be heard for miles. One scientist is on a mission to uncover the meanings of their songs."

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Humpback Whales Sing Their Tunes | LiveScience

Humpback Whales Sing Their Tunes | LiveScience:  How animals use sound to communicate

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Video: The Waggle Dance | Watch NOVA scienceNOW Online | PBS Video

Video: The Waggle Dance | Watch NOVA scienceNOW Online | PBS Video:  How bees communicate

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ActionBioscience - promoting bioscience literacy

ActionBioscience - promoting bioscience literacy: science articles about biodiversity, environment, genomics, biotechnology, evolution and science policy!

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STEMscopes | Interactive Review Game | Interdependence

STEMscopes | Interactive Review Game | Interdependence:

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WEB ADVENTURES: FOR STUDENTS | MedMyst: Original -- Mission 2 - Game Overview

WEB ADVENTURES: FOR STUDENTS | MedMyst: Original -- Mission 2 - Game Overview: "A recent earthquake has displaced refugees and caused a number of deaths due to a diarrheal disease. This has created conflict between the refugees and the fringe group, the Aerloch, who demands the refugee camps be closed. They claim the refugees are a stress on the local resources and a health hazard.

In Mission 2: Peril In Prokaryon, it is up to you to stop the spread of the mysterious diarrheal disease outbreak and end the conflict."

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