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Balancing Act

Balancing Act Most people think that balance is all about center of gravity. But "center of gravity" is an incorrect term. What they call "center of gravity" is really "center of MASS." ... more»

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Torus Cannon

Torus Cannon We're taking the idea of knocking over milk bottles with a ball on its head in this O Wow Moment episode from the Children's Museum of Houston! We build ourselves ... more»

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Iron Clad Fitness

Iron Clad Fitness So what's the deal with cereal being "fortified with iron?" Does that really mean that there are actual pieces of metal in your cereal? And why does it matter whether ... more»

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Multicolor Milk

Multicolor Milk Ah, Kitchen Chemistry. Nothing better than recognizing the complex chemistry that exists in what is seemingly the simplest of substances that we take for granted. And this time we set ... more»

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Speak to Me

Speak to Me Ah, the speaker. A simple wonder of science and engineering. Something we take for granted as we listen to the radio in the car, hear error sounds from our computers, ... more»

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Robotic Vibe

Robotic Vibe Check out the cool robot we're making on this episode of O Wow Moments from the Children's Museum of Houston. Okay, so it isn't really a robot. A robot has ... more»

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Get Your Motor Running

Get Your Motor Running Have you ever wondered how an electric motor works? I mean, with all the spinning going on, how come the inside doesn't get all tangled up? The answer is pretty simple ... more»

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Getting It Right…Eventually…

Getting It Right…Eventually… So this is it. Fifty. The "Big Five-Oh." What? No! I'm not talking about my age! Seriously, how old do you think I am?!? If you haven't been keeping track, this ... more»

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Reaction Time Action

Reaction Time Action On this episode of O Wow Moments, we have a lively debate between two of my lab assistants over who is faster. Normally, we might settle it in a foot ... more»

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Splitting Light

Splitting Light Somewhere...over the rainbow... Someday you'll find it...the rainbow connection... Yes, the rainbow is an important part of our culture. And a pair of my lab assistants are looking for some quick cash ... more»

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