Lessons in Matter and Energy is a series of eight learning modules that demonstrate physical science concepts and phenomena. The series captures some of the most engaging demonstrations presented at the Center of Science and Industry (COSI) in Columbus.
The demonstrations clarify essential properties of matter and the nature and transfer of energy.
Below, you will find your Student Booklets for each video. View the videos here.
Why chlorophyll turns red under ultra-violet light
Watch VideoThe quickest way, not shortest distance between two points
Watch VideoSound waves through an aluminum tube; standing waves in liquids
Watch VideoWhy meteorites burn when then enter earth’s atmosphere.
Watch VideoExploring water’s unusual characteristic of expanding when it freezes.
Watch VideoCarbon Dioxide turns a liquid a different color.
Watch VideoA demonstration showing how a banana, with some liquid nitrogen, can be used to drive a nail.
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