General Sites |
ChemIDplus
A National Library of Medicine database of over 380,000 chemicals,
synonyms, structures, regulatory list information, and links to
other databases. |
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MadSci
Network
A useful guide for tracking
done science fair projects. |
Miami
Museum of Science
This site is specifically directed towards elementary and middle
school children, with easy to follow icons for
quick navigation. Students will enjoy the opportunity to create
projects, such as making a hurricane spiral by
printing a page with colored cut-outs. |
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NASA
Homepage
The
central location for all things aeronautical,
astrophysical and space-research related as it
pertains to the United States space program. |
NASA Earth Observatory
Find stunning satellite imagery and scientific information about climate,
oceans, and life on Earth in this educational web site from NASA. |
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NASA
Human Spaceflight
A
smaller NASA maintained site dedicated to space
shuttle missions and ongoing developments involving
the International Space Station. |
National
Geographic
National Geographic Society
is the world’s largest nonprofit scientific and
educational organization. It publishes the famous
magazine of the same name. |
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National
Science
Foundation
An
independent US government agency responsible for
promoting science and engineering through programs and
education projects in science and engineering. |
NOAA Hurricane
Center in Miami
It has weather updates every three hours, and an archive of past
hurricane seasons dating back to 1958. Satellite images are updated
every hour, and tropical weather updates are available by email.
This website contains useful background information on hurricanes,
including the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale, and a comprehensive
glossary of weather terms. |
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NOAA Storm Prediction Center
Find up-to-date information on developing storms across the country. |
Science
Made Simple
A
comprehensive site dedicated to all of the younger
science enthusiasts. Science Made Simple helps children learn science through fun projects and
great experiments using ordinary household materials.
Just don't forget to wear your goggles! |
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Science.gov
Science.gov is a gateway to
authoritative selected science information provided by
U.S. Government agencies, including research and
development results. |
SETI
Online
The
Search for Extra Terrestrial Life Institute page is
the central location for project news, updates and
encouragement to those people and projects related to
this monumental endeavor. |
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South Florida
Science Museum
Located in West Palm Beach, the South Florida Science Museum is a
fun place to explore science hands-on. It also offers laser
shows and a planetarium. |
Space.com
The
definitive site on the web dedicated to space and all
space-related subjects. It focuses on launch
schedules, news, education and entertainment.
Not just NASA info, but inclusive of everyone dabbling
in space exploration is included. |
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Tornado Project
Find out all about tornadoes in this unique web site. |
Weatherbase
Use this site to find worldwide weather records and averages and other
historical weather data. |
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WebElements
Periodic Table
For
a more inclusive Periodic table designed with both the
chemistry student and professional in mind, try the
University of Sheffield's (UK) great site. |
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Math |
Interactive
Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles
Interactive
Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles with
categories
that include Games and Puzzles, Arithmetic, Algebra,
Geometry, Probability, Math as Language and much more.
Most sections give references and links to more
information on the web. |
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Martindale's
Calculators
Online Center
More
calculators than you can...well, calculate!
There are math, scientific, business, home and all
kinds of specialized calculators. If you need to
calculate something, help is probably here. |
Math.com
Math.com is dedicated to
providing ways for students, parents, teachers, and
everyone to learn math. It offers exploratory and
recreational introductions to the world of math that
will lead to deeper understanding and enjoyment. |
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Math
Forum
It
provides resources, materials, activities,
person-to-person interactions, and educational
products and services that enrich and support teaching
and learning. |
Measurements
Converter
Perform quick calculations
and conversions in a wide range of fields including
weight, length, speed, and time. |
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Technology |
History of Inventions
A fun guide from the
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation highlighting important
inventions from the wheel to the Internet. |
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How Products Are Made
Explains and details the manufacturing process of a
wide variety of products, from daily household items to complicated
electronic equipment and heavy machinery. The site provides step by
step descriptions of the assembly and the manufacturing process
(complemented with illustrations and diagrams) |
How
Stuff Works
Marshall
Brain's great site dedicated to describing everything
works. Currently with 1000's of entries, the
site contains animation, cut-away graphics and
detailed information on everything from sunglasses to
nuclear reactors. |
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Inventors and Inventing
A short, factual guide to
famous inventors and their inventions. |
Museum of Ancient Inventions
Supplied by Smith College,
this site provides detailed information about a vast
array of items invented by the ancients, including
ceramics, arches, and even a battery. |
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The following Internet sites have been selected for
their value as reference sources. Although reviewed by library staff
at the time of inclusion in this list, the Palm Beach County Library
System is not responsible for their contents.