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| Infra-red astronomy |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2010, Vol 20, Issue 4,
pages 9-11.
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The VISTA telescope detects infrared radiation and gives us new views of galaxies beyond the Milky Way |
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sub-topics:
light, electromagnetic spectrum, optical properties, astronomy |
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| Keywords:
telescope, VISTA, infrared, electromagnetic radiation, star formation
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| Solar cells |
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R Bose, J Ben Browne,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2010, Vol 20, Issue 3,
pages 14-16.
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Devising better, more energy-efficient solar cells |
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sub-topics:
energy resources, generating electricity, environmental impact, conservation, efficiency, electromagnetic spectrum, magnetic properties |
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photovoltaics, solar cells, energy efficiency, semiconductors, sunlight, absorption
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| LEDs - lighting up a brighter future |
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M Moram,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2010, Vol 20, Issue 3,
pages 17-19.
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Devising better, more energy-efficient LEDs |
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sub-topics:
energy resources, generating electricity, environmental impact, conservation, efficiency, light, electromagnetic spectrum |
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LEDs, diodes, semiconductors, energy efficiency, spectrum, eyesight
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| Dorothy Hodgkin - a Life in Science |
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V Wong,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 20, Issue 2,
pages 4-5.
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The work of an X-ray crystallographer |
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sub-topics:
atoms and atomic structure, qualitative analysis (e.g. testing for ions and flame tests), electromagnetic spectrum, instrumental analysis |
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crystal structure, X-rays, crystallography, insulin
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| Linking the world with light |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 20, Issue 2,
pages 21-22.
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The Nobel prize for physics 2009 rewards scientists who developed optical fibre systems and CCDs. |
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sub-topics:
light, wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum, optical properties |
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fibre optics, total internal reflection, CCD, camera, glass
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| Plasma prominences and cosmic rays |
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P Hatfield,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 20, Issue 1,
pages 1-3.
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Using remote telescopes and detecting cosmic rays |
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sub-topics:
making measurements, representing and interpreting data, working together, electromagnetic spectrum, astronomy, solar system |
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exoplanets, cosmic rays, modelling, plasma
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| Radar refractivity: Using science to help forecast thunderstorms |
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K Bartholomew,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 20, Issue 1,
pages 6-8.
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Using radar in weather forecasting |
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sub-topics:
careers in science, light, wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum, optical properties |
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modelling, convection, refraction, waves
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| Is there anybody out there? |
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T Lewton,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 20, Issue 1,
pages 20-22.
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The Kepler spacecraft, looking for extra-solar planets |
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sub-topics:
electromagnetic spectrum, Human impact on Planet Earth, astronomy, solar system |
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exoplanets, telescope, Kepler spacecraft, extra-terrestrial life, traqnsit
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| Working in radiation protection |
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P Cole,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 19, Issue 3,
pages 9-12.
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How we can work more safely with radiation |
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sub-topics:
risks and benefits, electromagnetic spectrum, alpha, beta, gamma, radioactive decay, half-life |
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| Keywords:
radiation, ionising radiation, non-ionising radiation, radioactivity, careers, environmental monitoring
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| Radiation and health |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2009, Vol 19, Issue 3,
page 22.
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Some warning signs concerning safe use of radiation |
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sub-topics:
electromagnetic spectrum, atomic structure, isotopes, alpha, beta, gamma |
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radiation, health, safety, radioactivity, nuclear radiation
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| Risky radiation |
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P Cole,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2008, Vol 19, Issue 2,
pages 15-17.
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Comparing mobile phones and UV sunbeds |
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sub-topics:
science in the media, risks and benefits, regulating science, wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
electromagnetic radiation, ultraviolet, radio waves, mobile phones
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| Tracking Ike |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2008, Vol 19, Issue 2,
page 22.
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Tracking a hurricane from space |
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sub-topics:
making measurements, electromagnetic spectrum, solar system, space travel |
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spacecraft, hurricane, climate, observation
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| Do mobile phone sugnals harm our health? |
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S Eltiti,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2008, Vol 18, Issue 3,
pages 4-6.
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Some people believe that their health is affected by mobile phone radiation. How can we test this idea? |
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sub-topics:
testing theories, risks and benefits, wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
Mobile phones, Electromagnetic radiation, Research design, Testing
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| Hubble explores a barred spiral galaxy |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
Secondary Science Review,
2007, Vol 18, Issue 1,
pages 9-12.
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The Hubble telescope takes dramatic photographs of distant galaxies. But how do we know the shape of our own galaxy? |
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sub-topics:
electromagnetic spectrum, astronomy |
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Galaxy, Space telescope, Milky Way
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| Invisible rays |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2007, Vol 17, Issue 3,
pages 8-10.
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When the astronomer William Herschel discovered Uranus in 1781, he became the first person since ancient times to identify a new planet. However, he is also known as the ‘accidental’ discoverer of infrared radiation. Is this a fair description? Can such discoveries really happen by accident? |
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sub-topics:
devising theories, working together, publication and peer review, electromagnetic spectrum |
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Infrared radiation, Electromagnetic spectrum, Experimental control, Scientific publication
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| Radiography - careers |
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J Seaton,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2006, Vol 16, Issue 3,
pages 6-7.
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| Summary:
Using radiation in medicine |
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| Relevant
sub-topics:
careers in science, risks and benefits, electromagnetic spectrum, alpha, beta, gamma |
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| Keywords:
radiography, radiographer, MRI, X-rays, careers, diagnosis
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| Medical imaging |
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A Gibson,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2005, Vol 16, Issue 2,
pages 1-3.
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Microwaves, infrared, ultraviolet and X-rays are all electromagnetic waves. Why are some used to create medical images and others to treat disease? Explore how the electromagnetic spectrum is used by medical physicists to create images of body organs. |
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sub-topics:
risks and benefits, electromagnetic spectrum, alpha, beta, gamma |
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| Keywords:
Electromagnetic spectrum, Radio waves, Microwaves, Infrared radiation, X-rays, Gamma rays
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| Do u wan2 tlk> ;-) |
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M Follows,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2005, Vol 16, Issue 1,
pages 1-3.
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Mobile phones are everywhere; most people in the UK own one. But how do they work? This article looks at the science behind this popular piece of technology. |
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sub-topics:
wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
Electromagnetic spectrum, Carrier wave, Audio wave, Modulation
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| Diamond's brilliant light |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2005, Vol 16, Issue 1,
pages 11-13.
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In the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, a brilliant new light source is under construction — the Diamond Light Source. How does this giant machine work and what will it be used for? |
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sub-topics:
speed, velocity, acceleration, working together, magnets, electromagnets, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
Electromagnetic radiation, Electrons, Acceleration
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| Can your mobile phone damage your health? |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2005, Vol 16, Issue 1,
page 19.
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Do mobile phones produce harmful radiation? |
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| Relevant
sub-topics:
risks and benefits, regulating science, wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
radiation, non-ionising, TETRA, mobile phone, precautionary approach
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| Bringing a mummy to life |
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L Sutherland,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2004, Vol 14, Issue 4,
pages 8-10.
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Asru was a temple singer over 2000 years ago in Egypt. She was preserved as a mummy, and now lies inside a coffin in a museum in Manchester. Thanks to developments in medical science, researchers are revealing the secrets of her life and piecing together the diseases she suffered from. |
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| Relevant
sub-topics:
Structure, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
X-ray, Tissue, Microscope
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| Cook electric |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2004, Vol 14, Issue 3,
pages 8-10.
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Gas or electric? What’s best for cooking? Many people prefer gas because it’s quick and easy to control. Can the latest electric hobs, ovens and grills compete? |
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sub-topics:
electromagnetic induction, energy resources, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
Conduction, Radiation, Efficiency, Electromagnetic induction
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| X-rays at work |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2003, Vol 14, Issue 1,
pages 5-7.
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Have you ever been X-rayed? The medical profession does its best to avoid X-raying young people, but sometimes the benefits outweigh the hazards. The benefits go beyond discovering broken bones, X-rays have played a major part in discovering the structure of DNA. |
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sub-topics:
risks and benefits, wave properties, electromagnetic spectrum |
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| Keywords:
X-ray, DNA, Ionising radiation, Electromagnetic spectrum
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| Where on earth? |
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D Sang,
Catalyst:
GCSE Science Review,
2002, Vol 13, Issue 2,
pages 6-8.
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Spacecraft move around the Earth in many different orbits, according to their purpose.In this article, we look at one use of satellites — navigation. |
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sub-topics:
speed, velocity, acceleration, electromagnetic spectrum, space travel |
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| Keywords:
Satellites, Orbits, Electromagnetic Waves, Digital signals
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