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Squid dissection: a hands-on activity to learn about cephalopod anatomy
Introduction The practice of carrying out animal dissections for educational purposes dates back to the 13th century, and it has been used since then to promote understanding of the functioning of the whole animal body through the analysis of its parts.[1] Dissections can also evoke a sense of…
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Teach radioisotopes and decay interdisciplinarily at a low cost
How to teach radioactive decay and radioisotopes to students who feel that equations are boring? Here are two inexpensive and captivating activities to apply in your classroom!
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