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Physical Science Resources

These Physical Science teaching resources include short articles written by Smithsonian museum educators; curated collections of links to lessons, activities, posters, worksheets, and more; and videos featuring Smithsonian scientists and experts.

Featured Resources

Geologist Ben Andrews and Maggy Benson at a table doing a demonstration with a tray of dry ice while wearing protective glasses.
Video: How Volcanic Eruptions Send Materials Up and Out
Two hands holding a cellphone that has its back removed, exposing the circuitry and parts.
Subject Guide: Cellphone Science
Drawing of skeleton of Megatherium cuvieri
Smithsonian Libraries: Natural History Subject Guide
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