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Need the Periodic Table ? Check the periodic elements - description, numbers, weight, boiling and freezing points, discovery & discoverers, physical information, key isotopes and more.

Biology

  1. Australian Sites :
    • Australia’s Biodiversity
      From the Australian Museum. 14 sections covering from What is Biodiversity ? to Dung Beetle Mania.
    • Biodiversity
      Australian Department of the Environment and Heritage site. Covers all aspects of biodiversity related to Australia.
    • Biozone Bio Links
      Impressive Australian hot list. 500+ links for biology, biotechnology and microbiology. Links in topics to support health and science education.
  2. Biology Tutorials :
    • Biology Labs OnLine
      ‘Offers a series of interactive, inquiry-based biology simulations and exercises designed for college and [] high school biology students.’ Free trial available. 12 labs to access.
    • Biology Place, The
      Free access to BioCoach activities, the LabBench [animations, interactive work, lab. procedures] and an extensive Glossary of concepts and terms.
      Highly Recommended !
    • Biology Tutorials
      10 tutorials, each with multiple sections covering topics. From Cells to The Origin of Life.
    • Dr Saul’s Biology in Motion
      ‘Here you will find animations, interactive activities, and cartoons designed to make learning biology a richer, more engaging experience. New additions will include interactive tutorials, quizzes, and other activities.’
      Highly Recommended !
  3. Biotechnology :
    • Biotechnology Online
      [Secondary School Resource]
      ‘Provides balanced and factual information about biotechnology. It has been designed to fit with Australian State and Territory Science curriculums, with cross-over into Studies of Society and the Environment to allow for broader discussion of issues.’
    • Biotechnology Resources
      A collection created by an American School District to cover this topic. Done in several directories. Well annotated.
    • Educational Websites
      A well annotated collection created by Monsanto. Covers multiple levels of education but mostly upper levels.
  4. Books & Dictionaries :
  5. Cells & Genetics :
    • CELLS Alive !
      Information about the living cell. Check cell biology, microbiology, immunology, microscopy, interactive areas, view photos, video clips.
    • Cellupedia
      A Thinkquest site providing a high quality look at the role of cells.
    • Code Unravelled, The
      A Thinkquest site, concentrating on human genetics and addressing this via activities, video, audio, graphics, games, puzzles and animations. You won’t think genetics is complex after visiting here.
      Presently undergoing maintenance. Check back soon.
    • Conceiving a Clone
      A Thinkquest site. Concepts of cloning from its infancy to the present. Gives views on the ‘ethics’ of what is happening. Find what regulations are being put into place.
    • Human Genome and Leukaemia
      A Thinkquest site. The possibility of genetic help for sufferers of leukaemia.
    • Interactive Tour of the Cell
      A Thinkquest site. Basic information, then DNA and ribosomes. Learn about cell roles in the food chain, try experiments, look at careers and do the quizzes.
    • Unravelling Genetics
      A Thinkquest site. ‘Unravelling Genetics is an exciting, interactive, and educational web site about genetics. Covering everything from the most basic concepts of what genes actually are to the latest development.’
    • Views on Cloning and Genetic Engineering
      [Improving on Nature or Popping the Genie’s Cork ?]
      A Thinkquest site.
    • Webcytology
      [An Exploration of Unicellular Life]
      A Thinkquest site. A resource about cytology [the study of cells]. Basic information, a glossary, quizzes, message board, virtual experiment.
  6. General Biology Sites :
    • AS Guru Biology
      ‘Focuses specifically on those parts of the [UK] core curriculum that have proven the most difficult for students to deal with.’ Covers 4 major areas and a vast range of topics which can be individually selected. In the process of going, so you might wish to try BiteSize Revision - Biology also from the BBC.
    • Biochem4schools
      ‘A new online collection of biochemistry resources. With comprehensive reviews and extensive cross-referencing, this site will be an indispensable tool for teachers and students involved in Biochemistry at all levels. Use the buttons on the left to search for a resource by topic, curriculum or age-range [ability level].’
    • Biointeractive
      From the Howard Hughes Medical Institute - animations, virtual labs, lectures, virtual museum, video clips and more.
    • Biological Image Databases
      Links to a range of databases incorporating biological images.
    • Biology4Kids
      Cells, studies and methods, microbes, plants, invertebrates and vertebrates. Similar to Chem4Kids [Chemistry section].
    • Biology.com
      Access a range of material from secondary to tertiary level. Includes introductory material as well as tutorials and support for a range of texts and learning situations.
    • Biology Lesson Plans
      ‘Lesson plans and student activities for elementary [primary] through high school teachers and educators.’
    • Biology Lessons for …
      [Prospective and Practicing Teachers]
      Provides a teacher’s guide, student instruction resources including lessons, knowledge mapping, glossary and more. From an American university.
    • BiologyMad
      A UK site for students studying senior [A Level] and extension biology. It covers all aspects plus providing further links, other resources, Moodle and more.
      Highly Recommended !
    • Biology of Plants
      Covers starting to grow, plant parts, making food, pollination, seed dispersal, plant adaptations and plants andlife on Earth.
    • Cool Science
      Want to explore biology ? This American site from the Hughes Medical Institute is one place to visit.
    • EverythingBio
      ‘Welcome to EverythingBio.com, a Free resource of biology related information. Check out the large Life Science glossary, search for a term in online textbooks, check out biology images, and much more.’ Also has links to related sites and a directory of tools.
    • Frank Potter’s Science Gems - Life Science I
      Links to section 2 are found here as are links to Physical Sciences, Earth Science and more.
    • Hidden Killer : Deadly Viruses, The
      A Thinkquest site. Looks at viruses, small but potentially deadly. Information including the evolution of viruses, how they change, how to prevent infection. Several viruses covered in detail as is the concept of them as weapons.
    • Replicators : Evolutionary Powerhouses
      A Thinkquest site. Covers a number of subject areas. Essentially, those objects which are ‘fundamental units of any process of natural selection’. Fascinating site to visit.
      Presently undergoing maintenance. Check back soon.
    • The Biology Binder
      ‘Welcome to The Biology Binder, an online resource for biology students and their teachers ! This site includes notes/study guides, interactive quizzes, online activities, printable labs/worksheets, and numerous science links relating to all biology topics.’
      Well presented !
  7. “Virtual Dissections” :
    • Cow’s Eye Dissection
      A great site from The Exploratorium. Requires Real Player. You can also learn more about eyes.
    • Froguts
      An opportunity for a Free virtual frog dissection. Fun and information - no mess !
    • Net Frog
      Two versions of the virtual dissection - the original and a newer digital version.
    • Online [Virtual] Dissections
      Includes 8 dissections from a cockroach to a pig, with links to other sites as well.
    • Sheep Brain Dissection
      Another great site from The Exploratorium. Requires Real Player.
    • Virtual Frog Dissection Kit
      Interactive kit to dissect a frog. Connections to other information and resources linked to the study of frogs. Tutorial. This is version 2.
    • Virtual Worm
      A Virtual Tour through the inner workings of an earthworm. Flash Player required.

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Human Biology

  1. Blood :
    • Blood : The River of Life
      A Thinkquest site on the circulatory system and blood itself. Use latest technological forms to travel the ‘blood’ highways and byways of the human body.
    • Let’s Learn About Your Heart !
      Movie designed to help gain an understanding of the heart and what it does.
    • Red Gold
      PBS site. ‘Red Gold’, the story of blood. The journey of blood around the body, history of blood, all the basics, those responsible for our knowledge, educational activities and ‘ask an expert’.
  2. Body Systems :
    • Human Body Systems
      Covers the organs involved, explanations, interactive materials. Included are the Digestive, Respiratory, Circulatory, Musculoskeletal and Nervous Systems. There is also information about scientists and links to general resources.
    • All Systems Go
      Interactive presentation covering four major body systems. The game consists of returning missing organs to the right system.
    • Auditory System, The
      Includes an Anatomy of the Ear, how we hear, how we maintain balance [yes, the ear does affect this !], developmental aspects and links to further information.
      Excellent !
    • Circle Of Blood, The
      Multilevel presentation on the Circulatory System which includes text, text & graphics and even movie presentations.
    • Digestive System, The
      From Innerbody. Images with clickable highlights and explanations plus a general overview of the whole system. Links to other systems treated in a similar manner. Animations of different organs, tutorials.
    • Excretory System, The
      You will need Shockwave player for this presentation.
    • Human Anatomy Online
      Find out about human anatomy. Descriptions used in the medical profession, but in a way everyone can understand. See individual examples [e.g. Urinary System].
    • Lymphatic System, The
      Simple explanation of the system, with links [top, right] to more information and graphics. Done by Better Health, Victoria.
    • Muscular System, The
      A wealth of information, diagrams galore, tables of data, graphics, internal links to further information. Done in basic directories of information.
      Excellent !
    • Nervous System, The
      From neurons to peripheral nerves, the spinal system, major divisions of the system, the brain and brain structures. Text, graphics, diagrams, table data, plus internal and external links to further information.
      Excellent !
    • Reproductive System, The
      Designed for secondary and tertiary levels. Covers both male and female reproduction with fairly extensive text and diagrams.
    • Respiratory System, The
      Done in educational levels and presents direct information on the system as well as related topics e.g. Grades 7-12 includes effects of tobacco. Produced in Canada.
    • Skeletal System, The
      Multi-layered presentation going from basic textual information through to graphical presentations of all parts of the system. Done by eMuseum.
    • Urinary System, The
      From Innerbody. Images with clickable highlights and explanations plus a general overview of the whole system. Links to other systems treated in a similar manner. Animations of different organs, tutorials.
  3. Brain, The :
    • Brain Connection
      Brain basics, animations, image gallery, learning resources, courses, brain facts, illusions, games web sites and more.
    • Brain, The Secret Life of the
      With reference to the PBS series. Connections include history, 3D anatomy, scanning the brain and mind illusions.
    • Human Brain Mapping
      Listing of articles from the journal of the same name. Each provides title, abstract and full-text access in various forms.
    • Human Brain, The
      Information about the organ which makes us human. Graphics and text.
    • Secret Life of the Brain, The
      From PBS. It includes a history of the brain, 3D Brain Anatomy, mind illusions, scanning the brain and more.
  4. Hearing :
    • Promenade Around the Cochlea
      To assist the teaching of the auditory system [its anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology]. Suitable for senior secondary and tertiary levels.
    • Soundry, The
      A Thinkquest site. Everything you wanted to know about sound and how our ears hear it. A sound lab and sound scene to work with. A champion site.
    • Virtual Tour of the Ear
      [The Hearing Mechanism]
      Covers the Outer Ear, Middle Ear, Inner Ear, Auditory Nerve and Central Auditory Pathway. Multiple sections of information under each heading.
  5. General Sites :
    • Anatomy Atlases
      A range of atlases, strong on imagery, which cover all aspects of the human body.
      Well presented
    • Human Biology Guide
      Provides revision notes [printable], teacher resources, background information and more.
  6. Human Body, The :
    • BrainPOP
      Movies covering the human body and its operation.
    • Human Body
      Extensive listing of links to information and resources related to the Human Body and its functions. Done in a range of directories.
    • Human Body & Mind
      The Interactive Body, organs, muscles and more. With the Mind - take psychological tests, emotions, personality, intelligence, the brain, mental disorders.
      A truly Brilliant site !
    • MEDtropolis
      Interactive tour of the human body’s functions and parts.
    • Neuroscience for Kids
      Covers the nervous system including information, lesson plans, experiments, activities, books, articles, teaching resources, news, newsletter, even neuroscience postcards. Excellent !
    • Virtual Human Body :
      • The Heart Online
        ‘An online exploration, with videos, information and much more.’
      • Virtual Body
      • new !The Visible Body
        ‘Argosy’s Visible Body is the best human anatomy visualization tool available today. This entirely Web-delivered application offers an unparalleled understanding of human anatomy. The Visible Body includes 3D models of over 1 700 anatomical structures, including all major organs and systems of the human body.’
        Exceptional !
      • Visible Human Project, The
        3D figures of both male and female bodies.
  7. Vision :
    • Colour My World
      A Thinkquest site. What a difference colour makes. What would it be like without it ? Find the role of colour, how we see it and how it affects us.
      Presently undergoing maintenance. Check back soon.
      Presently undergoing maintenance. Check back soon.
    • Sighting the first Sense : Seeing is Believing
      Top Thinkquest site of 2000. Both sight and visual perception. Words don’t do it justice.
      Presently undergoing maintenance. Check back soon.
    • Eyesight : An Insight
      A Thinkquest site. Has an ‘assistant version’ to make it easier to read.

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Chemistry

  1. Chemistry Tools, Tutorials & Notes :
    • Chemistry
      Access a virtual chemistry laboratory and tools.
    • Chemistry Dictionary
    • Chemistry Resources on the Internet
      ‘A significant number of resources highly useful to chemists are available Free of charge on the Internet. Following are lists of some of the most useful, with commentary where appropriate.’
    • Chemistry Tutor
      ‘Web Pages to help you get through your chemistry homework.’ A Thinkquest site with 10 section from an Introduction to Chemistry through to Web Elements.
    • ChemTeam
      ‘Tutorial for high school chemistry’, it ‘provides study resources in all standard topics for students in high school and Advanced Placement chemistry.’
    • General Chemistry Online
      Introduction to the basic concepts of chemistry. Notes, guides, links, trivia, FAQs and more.
    • Periodic Table :
      • Chemical Elements
      • ChemiCool
        Extensive information via the Periodic Table, as well as a glossary, tools and resources,
      • Chemistry Web Elements
      • Periodic Chart of Elements
        ‘This colour-coded, printable periodic chart of elements [or periodic table or chart of chemical elements] has all info [atomic number, chemical symbol, element name, atomic weight, electron configuration, phase of matter at 298 K, manmade vs. natural, and class] on one page.’ Printable in both .pdf and as a graphic [.png].
      • Periodic Table Explorer
        ‘The PTE is a brand new way of exploring the periodic table.’ 11mb Free download.
      • Periodic Tables [1]
        A vast listing of links to sites related to Periodic Tables including the tables themselves, games using them, software, unusual periodic tables and more.
      • Periodic Tables [2]
        Another listing of links to sites related to Periodic Tables including the tables themselves, games using them, software, unusual periodic tables, extensions and more.
      • Visual Elements Periodic Table, The
        Now Fee-based software for download from this site or you can still use it online here.
        Simply Brilliant !
      • Wooden Periodic Table, The
        Totally different but equally useful approach.
    • ScienceGeek - Support for Chemistry
      ‘Will give first year chemistry students access to notes, worksheets, labs, Powerpoints and other important documents for [my] Chemistry classes. Also access links to chemistry sites and software. Interactive quizzes for each chapter are provided.’ US based but chemistry is chemistry. Some files in .pdf.
  2. General Chemistry Information :
    • Chem4Kids
      Covering chemistry at an easy to understand level and including atomics, matter, a glossary and even history.
    • Chemical Heritage Foundation
      ‘Serves the chemical and molecular science communities, by treasuring the past, educating the present, and inspiring the future … offers many tools for researchers, students, and those who explore and discover how these sciences have changed the world.’
    • Chemistry of How Things Work
      ChemCases.com. ‘Twelve case studies of chemistry in the everyday products we use and the situations we meet. ChemCases helps you evaluate the decisions behind these products and situations.’
    • Creative Chemistry
      UK site geared for secondary education. Puzzles, quizzes and resources for people to enjoy and learn with.
    • Links for Chemists
      ‘Links for Chemists is an index of chemistry resources on the web’. Done in directories with sub-directories.
  3. Specific Areas of Chemistry :
    • Carbon is 4 Ever
      A Thinkquest site, covering organic chemistry. It concentrates on the carbon atom [valency ‘4’]. Information is through interactive ‘missions’. You are tested on your success.
    • Common Molecules Collection
      ‘Molecules in this site are considered common based on world-wide use, application in classrooms, or by interest because of their fascinating structural properties.’ Thumbnail images and information about all.

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Physics

  1. Famous People in Physics :
    • 20th Century Women in Physics
      Not the domain of males, as this site proves. ‘Descriptions of important contributions by 83 women in the 20th century. Documented by original papers in which discoveries were first reported, historical essays and other documents not easily available elsewhere.’
    • Einstein Archives Online
      Digital manuscripts, archival database and more from potentially the greatest physicist ever. Award winning site.
    • J. Robert Oppenheimer
      An exhibit of the man and his work. Award winning site.
    • Sir Isaac Newton :
      • Newton’s Castle
        ‘A stimulating journey into the revelations of Sir Isaac Newton. Learn about his discovery of Gravity and Optical Theories. Learn why cars roll uphill, why dogs chase cars and Newton’s secret library.’
      • Welcome to the Newton Project
        Read his texts, what the project is and more. Award winning site.
  2. General Physics Sites :
    • Hands On CERN
      ‘Educational project at the scientific frontier of physics. Aimed at teachers and high school students studying natural sciences. Purpose is to increase understanding of the most fundamental processes inside matter, and explain modern research about particle collisions.’
    • Centre for History of Physics, The
      ‘The Centre for History of Physics preserves and makes known the history of modern physics and allied fields.’ Exhibits, resources, publications, archives, Visual Archives, other links and more.
    • Fizzics Fizzle
      ‘Welcome to Fizzics Fizzle : Your Interactive Guide to Physics ! Fizzics Fizzle is a comprehensive guide to understanding the world of Physics.’ Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels, Cool Topics, a reference section and more.
    • The Physics of Everyday Life
      [How Things Work]
      Answers provided by a university professor.
    • Physics.org
      [Your guide to Physics on the Internet]
      ‘The best physics resources, in one place. Use our technology to match question, age and knowledge profile to the physics websites. Explore physics around you, find formulae and constants in Equations, Site of the Month, check commonly asked questions and more.
    • Physics and Astronomy - PhysLink
      Information from stories to purchases.
  3. Physics Tools, Tutorials & Notes :
    • Cosmic Evolution
      Evolution of the cosmos from the beginning to the future. Mini-movies cover a range of topics to increase knowledge. Covers all epochs and specialist items.
    • FearOfPhysics.com : Fear not !
      [Physics Explained, Finally]
      ‘Why this site ? Because physics has a bad reputation !’ Check ‘Why this Site ?’ for details and go back to the main page for visual physics, homework helper and physics dictionary.
      Excellent !
    • Hands On Physics
      Work practical examples in six major areas of physics including sound, mechanics and electricity.
    • HSC Physics - geared to the Higher School Certificate curriculum in New South Wales, but applicable to most Physics courses in other states/territories :
    • Physics
      Information to help learning. Several directories, particularly about laws, and a Physics Reference.
    • Physics4Kids
      Motion, thermodynamics, light, modern physics, electricity and magnetism. Similar to Chem4Kids.
    • Physics Tutor
    • Star Light Star Bright
      ‘Information is provided to give the teacher additional knowledge on the topic of light and colour.’ The electromagnetic spectrum.
    • Why Is It So ?
      ‘Why Is It So ? - the ground-breaking TV series with the enigmatic Professor Julius Sumner Miller - ran on the ABC from 1963 to 1986. The Lab has found some of the funniest, most entertaining segments from the Why Is It So ? series, and made them available for twenty first century enjoyment. Now you too can watch some ‘enchanting experiments’ with the good professor !’

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