Learn about the Physics of Alternative Energy Solar, Wind, & Hydro-Power In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to alternative energy, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Magnetic Field SensorAnemometer Current SensorRotary Motion Detector Voltage SensorDual Range Force Sensor Watts Pro SensorVideo Analysis Light Sensor This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. This book contains data and graphs relevant to solar power, wind power, hydropower, and human power. Graphs show voltage, current, and magnetic fields associated with different forms of alternative energy. Graphs also focus on the role of generators in the process of energy production. This data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents.

"The Ultimate Book of Saturday Science" is Neil Downie's biggest and most astounding compendium yet of science experiments you can do in your own kitchen or backyard using common household items. It may be the only book that encourages hands-on science learning through the use of high-velocity, air-driven carrots.

Downie, the undisputed maestro of Saturday science, here reveals important principles in physics, engineering, and chemistry through such marvels as the Helevator--a contraption that's half helicopter, half elevator--and the Rocket Railroad, which pumps propellant up from its own track. The Riddle of the Sands demonstrates why some granular materials form steep cones when poured while others collapse in an avalanche. The Sunbeam Exploder creates a combustible delivery system out of sunlight, while the Red Hot Memory experiment shows you how to store data as heat. Want to learn to tell time using a knife and some butter? There's a whole section devoted to exotic clocks and oscillators that teaches you how.

"The Ultimate Book of Saturday Science" features more than seventy fun and astonishing experiments that range in difficulty from simple to more challenging. All of them are original, and all are guaranteed to work. Downie provides instructions for each one and explains the underlying science, and also presents experimental variations that readers will want to try.

Lab-in-a-Book Expanded Edition, with Synthetic Ice Learn about the Physics of Ice Skating Translational Motion Across the Ice Position, Velocity, & Acceleration In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to ice skating, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Motion Detector Dual-Range Force Sensor Force Plate Wireless Dynamics Sensor System Surface Temperature Sensor This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the motion of various types of skates across ice, along with the forces required for straight motion. Skates studied include figure skates, hockey skates, child double-runner skates, and bob skates. Additional graphs contain data on the forces required to move a hockey puck across real and synthetic ice and the forces involved in vertical motions, including stepping and jumping. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. This expanded edition features data from both real and synthetic ice, as well as extra styles of figure skates and hockey skates. Bonus Material: Diagrams show a cartoon character, Blue Dude, demonstrating ice skating moves such as gliding and stopping. Additional graphs also contain data on ice melting, and comparisons of the strength of ankle support in various types of skates.

Learn about the Physics of Natural Waterways Fluid Dynamics and Ecological Physics In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the fluid dynamics and natural waterways, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Flow Rate Sensor Video Analysis This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the flow rate of water in a natural reservoir at four locations, with water depth ranging from approximately 12 cm to 3.7 meters. Measurements were taken at the surface and up to 77 cm depth on a windy day, with waves measuring up to 12 cm from trough to crest. Additional video analyses taken on the same day show the movement of a ping pong ball on the surface of the water. These data from natural waterways can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents.

Learn about the Physics of Trains Motion, Acceleration, & Velocity In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to trains, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Video Analysis This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. This book contains data from an electric train moving on flat and inclined tracks. Graphs show position as the train is moved by electricity and gravity. Additional analyses examine the motion of train cars tipping. These graphs can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents.

Learn about the Biophysics of Ice Skating Joint Angles & Range of Motion Electrical Signals of the Heart & Muscles Breathing Patterns & Lung Capacity Blood Pressure & Heart Rate In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of ice skating, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Goniometer EKG / EMG Sensor Blood Pressure & Heart Rate Sensor Spirometer This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs contain data on the biophysics of ice skating, including joint angles/positions, electrical activity of the heart (EKG) and muscles (EMG), breathing rate, lung volume, blood pressure, and pulse associated with ice skating during common footwork, spins, and jumps. Exercises are demonstrated and analyzed on land and synthetic ice. These biophysics data are samples from one individual and are not representative of the population. Data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents.

Learn about the Physics of Ice Skating Translational and Rotational Motion Position, Velocity, Acceleration, & Force In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of ice skating, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Wireless Dynamics Sensor System Rotary Motion Sensor Dual-Range Force Meter Force Plate This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the movement of a skater demonstrating spins in slow motion on synthetic ice, as well as spinning on land with a rotational device and during freestyle dance. Samples include forward and backward scratch spins, camel spins, sit spins, layback spins, and transitions between spin positions. These data from ice skating can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Material: Graphs from off-ice experiments with different types of rotating devices provide contrast and context for the science of ice skating. Additional data is also provided regarding the force shifts which occur under the foot as a skater changes positions of arms and legs. Plus, appendices contain color-coded diagrams of spins and spin entrances (straight, camel, sit, layback).

Learn about the Physics of Marbles Motion, Velocity, Force, & Acceleration In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of marbles, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instrument: Video Analysis Dual-Range Force Meter This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the motion of marbles as they travel in on curved surfaces, including curved inclines, circular tracks, a cone, and other curved surfaces. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Material: Additional graphs show motion of marbles through a loop-de-loop and falling through a multi-level tower. Graphs of motion on flat inclined planes are also included for comparison and contrast.

Learn about the Physics of Toys Translational and Rotational Motion Position, Velocity, & Acceleration Force, Gravity & Friction Potential & Kinetic Energy In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of toys, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Dual-Range Force Sensor Video Analysis This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the position of toys in motion as they are pulled by gravity in free-fall and on inclined surfaces. Data is presented on a variety of shapes of blocks and balls, plus a cylinder, as they move across wood and metal surfaces. Coordinated graphs also show toys as they are pushed by a time-limited force on a flat surface and allowed move freely until coming to rest. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Material: Graphs of the motion of dominos as they fall and motion of various objects through a loop-de-loop provide an additional challenges for students.

Learn about the Biophysics of Exercise Equipment Joint Angles & Range of Motion, Electrical Signals of the Heart & Muscles, Breathing Patterns & Lung Capacity, Blood Pressure & Heart Rate In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of exercise equipment, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Goniometer EKG / EMG Sensor Spirometer Blood Pressure & Heart Rate Sensor This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs present data from common exercise equipment, including stationary bicycles and free weights. Graphs show joint angles and range of motion for various athletic training activities, electrical signals of the heart (EKG) and muscles (EMG), breathing patterns, lung capacity, and blood pressure before and after various exercises. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Material: Diagrams show the exercises as demonstrated by the cartoon character Blue Dude. These diagrams are included only for the purpose of illustrating the positions, and do not provide instruction for exercise. Note: These biophysics data are samples from one individual and are not representative of the population.

Learn about the Science of Electricity Electrical Circuits with Direct Current (DC) In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to electromagnetism promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Current Sensor Voltage Sensor Magnetic Field Sensor Light Sensor This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the current and voltage associated with electricity flowing through simple circuits with resistors and capacitors, powered by a 9 V battery and operated with a switch. Additional graphs explore current, voltage, and magnetic fields associated with inductor coils (transformers), including electromagnetic induction. The properties of a radio antenna and a simple circuit with LED light are also explored. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Material: The appendix features graphs of electrocardiogram (EKG) and electromyogram (EMG) reprinted from "Walk, Jog, & Run The Science of Athletic Training" by M. Schottenbauer, Ph.D., demonstrating the electrical activity found in the human body, as well as several graphs showing the magnetic fields associated with the human body and environment.

Learn about the Physics of the Wheel Translational and Rotational Motion, Acceleration, Velocity, Force, & Friction In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of the wheel, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Video Analysis Dual-Range Force Sensor Rotational Motion Detector Wireless Dynamics Sensor System This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show data from a bicycle and a skateboard moving on flat and inclined surfaces, as well as the forces required for movement. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Comparison data from a rotary motion sensor demonstrate various types of circular motion.

Learn about the Physics of Balls Focus: Falling & Bouncing Force, Trajectory, Velocity, & Acceleration In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to ball sports, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Video Analysis This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the motion of a tennis ball, cricket ball, racquetball, lacrosse ball, softball, field hockey ball, street hockey balls (high and low density), and Swedish hockey ball as they fall and bounce. Balls are bounced on different surfaces, including wood, linoleum, carpet, and concrete. The graphs and data contained in this book can be used by teachers and parents to supplement traditional lesson plans. Bonus Material: In the appendix, graphs show video analysis of a basketball, soccer ball, volleyball, dodge ball, 3 baseballs (official, safety, and plastic), 3 golf balls (official, foam and plastic), a ping pong ball, and a plastic apple bouncing. The graphs of these balls, which were originally analyzed with a motion detector in Volumes 1 to 3, are included for comparison and contrast.

In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to track and field, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Force Plate Wireless Dynamics Sensor System This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the forces and accelerations associated with running, jumping, and throwing. Of special focus include the motions required for hurdles, high jump, and long jump, as well as throwing a discus, hammer, javelin, and shot put. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Note: These data were collected using lightweight track and field equipment, and with constrained physical exertion, due to limitations of lab space, equipment, and safety considerations. Most throws were limited to 14 feet. Actual forces generated in competitive track and field events are larger.

Learn about the Physics of Marbles Force, Motion, Velocity, & Acceleration In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of marbles, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instrument: Video Analysis Dual-Range Force Meter This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. Graphs show the motion of marbles as they roll across surfaces freely and along tracks. Data on both force and motion are included for a subset of graphs. Data is provided for over 50 marbles and comparison balls. These data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents.

Learn about the Physics of Home Energy Usage Watts, Voltage, & Current In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of home energy usage, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instrument: Watts Up Pro Sensor This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. This book contains data and graphs pertaining to home energy usage, including light bulbs and appliances commonly found in the office, living room, kitchen, and garage. Graphs show energy usage for multiple items, including 8 light bulbs tested alone and in series. Appliances are tested, including comparison of different power levels or speeds where relevant. This data can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents. Bonus Material: Pictures of light bulbs provide additional information about energy-efficient design.

Learn about the Physics of Trains Motion, Acceleration, & Velocity Electricity & Magnetism In this book, readers gain access to real scientific data pertaining to the science of trains, promoting graph-reading, comparison, contrast, and calculation skills. Graphs show data from the following scientific instruments: Watts Up Pro Sensor Magnetic Field Sensor Voltage Meter Video Analysis This book allows readers to analyze real data without purchasing expensive lab equipment. These data from an electric train moving on flat and inclined tracks. Graphs show data of Watts, including usage at minimum and maximum velocity and variations due to number of cars and length of track. Additional analyses examine the magnetic field and voltage of the electric track, comparing it to other phenomena. Basic analyses of movement, velocity, and acceleration are also included, based on video analysis techniques. These graphs can be used for lesson plans by teachers and parents.