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Global Systems and Cycles

Science Activity to investigate microorganisms

Bacteriopolis

Make a home for a colorful community of microorganisms.

The Solar Hour Benches are a set of six oval benches, each with a slit aperture aligned with the sun for one particular hour: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., noon, 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. solar time.

Time Shift

Select archived time-lapse sequences that reveal human and natural processes at work.

Research Buoy

This NOAA buoy gathers data on CO₂ levels, which are increasing in our oceans and affecting marine life.

Big Wood: 300 Years of Photosynthesis

Explore the complexity and enormity of this grand, once-living organism.

Scientists at Work: The Science Practices in Their Natural Habitat

Hear from practicing researchers about their daily work.

Wired Pier Data Explorer Tutorial

Learn to use the Wired Pier Data Explorer web app.

Science activity exploring geologic formations

Squeeze Box

Speed up geologic time with a sedimentary squeeze.

Penguins, Part I

Join us in conversation with David Ainley and other ...

Science activity that explores how water temperature and salinity are tied to the tidal cycle

Tidal Ties

Make predictions about water temperature and salinity using tidal data.

Ocean Acidification in a Cup: Teaching tips

Ensure a successful ocean acidification experiment with these teaching tips.

Ocean Acidification in a Cup: Going further

Can you reverse ocean acidification in a cup?

Global Systems and Cycles

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