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Disappearing Objects & Refractive Index

Mita shows us a sciency magic trick using the power of refractive index

Why do objects look like they move when placed in water? How does light bend?

Join Mita as we explore the magical science of refraction with an easy activity that you can do at home. Can you trick your family members?

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Spread your citizen science wings this week for BirdLife Australia's Aussie Backyard Bird Count! 🐦🦆🦅🦜🦢 . Join the flock and help count birds in your backyard or local park. Suitable for all ages, it's a great way to learn more about our feathered friends and help scientists study local birds. . Head to the link in bio to get involved. 📸: @naidu_kumpatla . . . #aussiebirdcount #westernaustralia #birdsaustralia #birdlife #birdsofinstagram #birdphotography #citizenscience

Please note, the Scitech Discovery Shop will be closed Tuesday 20, Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 October. . We'll be back soon with more curious gifts and unique educational products! 📚🧩🦕 http://bit.ly/ScitechDiscoveryShop

Step into an interactive banksia woodland and experience the six seasons of this special ecosystem as they unfold. 🍂🐜🌸🦎 . Created in collaboration with projection artist, Sohan Ariel Hayes and narrated by Aboriginal Elder Dr Noel Nannup, this exhibit celebrates one of our beautiful WA landscapes – one that holds mythological, ceremonial and spiritual significance for the Noongar people, the traditional custodians of the area. . Visit the Earth Matters link in bio to learn more about the exhibition. 🌏 . 📸: @nataliecaudleauthor . . . #wa #westernaustralia #banksia #banksiawoodland #noongar #noongarculture #noongarcountry #sixseasons #installationart #projectionart #sustainability #earth #sciencemuseum #museum #perth #visitperth #whatsonperth #perthisok

It’s been a busy month for our Statewide team with another Primary science tour through the Great Southern region. . This month our Primary Science tour visited 14 schools in the Great Southern region, investigating physical sciences by using toys to explore motion and test the laws of physics! 🚗⚡ . Thanks to our program partner @lifeatriotinto for helping us engage and inspire WA students in STEM.

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