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Mechanics
Science of Baseball
What's the science behind a home run? Why do curveballs curve? Learn about the game from players from the S.F. Giants & Oakland A's.
Science of Hockey
The Science of Hockey takes you inside the sport and explains the science behind the world's fastest game. The site contains RealVideo interviews with scientists and NHL players and coaches.
Skateboard Science
Find out how this extreme sport is governed by the principles of momentum, gravity, friction, and centripetal force. Learn skateboarding history, technology, and more!
Newton's Cradle in Second Life
Why don't the middle balls move in a Newton's Cradle? Take a look at this interactive exhibit built in Second Life.
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