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A black framed filter with a red cord attached to a blue and grey tray.
Earthquake

Earthquakes occur due to energy released from compressed rocks.

8+ Exhibits Exhibit
Logo: Shell Questacon Science Circus
Test Of Nerves

Work out which parts of their body have the most feeling and the therefore the most sensory nerves.

5+ Experiments and activities
A perspex hour glass with a yellow synthetic rubber slowly flowing from top to bottom.
Slow Flow

This synthetic rubber appears to be solid, but it behaves like a fluid.

8+ Exhibits Exhibit
Movement In The Water

Energy and heat are related properties and this experiment shows why, with a splash of colour

All ages Experiments and activities
A large red and blue cube frame that has blue and orange banners running from top to bottom with different information on each. There are orange and yellow objects hanging from the frame.
Kaleidoscope

Observe how mirrors can reflect light to create beautiful patterns.

8+ Exhibits Exhibit