Natural Disasters
All the facts you need to understand the mechanics of natural disasters. We look at volcanoes, earthquakes, cyclones and tsunami.
Have you thought about?
- How does an earthquake occur?
- What happens when a volcano erupts?
- What is the difference between a tsunami and a tidal wave?
- How can we predict natural disasters?
WHEN AND WHERE
Japan Theatre Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre
King Edward TerraceParkes, CanberraAustralian Capital Territory
All Ages
Learn About
Earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunami, cyclones and floods. Geology, seismology and plate tectonics are also delved into.
For Educators
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- Thursday 29 June, 2017
- Thursday 29 June, 2017
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Join Mutty the Muttaburrasaur for another dinosaur adventure this time set in the Australian Outback with a host of all-Australian dinosaurs. Theres a gathering, a stampede, a chase and a whole lot of dinosaur fun. Will Everyone escape the hungry Allosaurus?
This is the Excited Particle's favourite dinostory puppet show and is a perfect way to entertain
Join the Questacon Roadie for a musical experience like never before. Rock on science!
- Friday 30 June, 2017
- Friday 30 June, 2017
Join Mutty the Muttaburrasaur for another dinosaur adventure this time set in the Australian Outback with a host of all-Australian dinosaurs. Theres a gathering, a stampede, a chase and a whole lot of dinosaur fun. Will Everyone escape the hungry Allosaurus?
This is the Excited Particle's favourite dinostory puppet show and is a perfect way to entertain
Our universe is incredible—but just how do we explore it?
Discover the science behind crashes and collisions. Sir Isaac Newton wouldn't know what hit him!
- Friday 23 June 2017
- Friday 30 June 2017
- Friday 23 June 2017
- Friday 30 June 2017
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Whisky: It's made from grains, gets old in a barrel, and has travelled to space and back.
- Saturday 1 July, 2017
- Saturday 1 July, 2017
Dr Blashtov will attempt to launch 10 rockets in 30 minutes. The Excited Particles take no responsibility for the accidental launch of children during this show.
Our universe is incredible—but just how do we explore it?
Join the Questacon Roadie for a musical experience like never before. Rock on science!
