Double Helix Issue 52

Magazine - December 2021 - AU $9.50

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Learn the ways scientists take a closer look at things, and make your own fake x-ray glasses!

This issue, we're taking a closer look at taking a closer look! See how scientific imaging is uncovering bird evolution as it happens. Hear how researchers are turning science into music to reveal hidden patterns. Then, check out how a dentist can scan your smile to help them care for your teeth. + Full description

If you're itching to do some scanning yourself, learn how to read the magnetic strip on a credit card. We also have instructions to make some fake X-ray specs. And if you're in the mood to mix science and magic, check out some activities from the Wednesday Weeks book series!

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Magazine | December 2021 | $ 9.50
ISBN: DH07/52 | 40 pages | 297 x 210 mm
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Colour illustrations, Colour photographs

Contents

Features
EVERYDAY PARTICLE ACCELERATORS – They’re not all huge, scientific experiments. You might even find one hiding in you grandparents' attic!
A CLOSER LOOK AT SEAGRASS – How do these flowering plants live in the ocean?
EXPLORING NATURE IN 3D – New 3D scanning technology can measure evolution as it happens.
THE SOUNDS OF SCIENCE – Turning science into music can reveal hidden patterns.

Regulars
Snippets
Poster
Reviews
Time-travelling Shed
Planetary Post
Tech Timelines
Back of the Envelope
Microscope
Fiction

Activities
Magnetic Code
Fake X-Ray Specs!
Make It Comic
Puzzles

Competitions
Back by Popular Demand!
Illuminated
Funny Bones
Gimme a Beat!

Authors

The Double Helix team is part of CSIRO Publishing and has a long-standing reputation for delivering expertly written, fascinating and fun science material for young people, with an aim to foster an interest in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).