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Activities & Resources

Explore a wealth of engaging STEM activities and resources that will spark your curiosity and inspire your love for science. Our hands-on activities are designed to be done from the comfort of your own home, so you can learn and explore at your own pace. With easy-to-follow instructions and accessible materials, you can dive right in and start exploring the wonders of science.

The Catalina Eddy

What causes the Catalina eddy, and when does it typically appear?

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Large balls of ice can fall from the sky

How does hail stay suspended in the air?

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Trees get most of their dry mass from the air

The Moreton Bay Fig Tree, behind the San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park

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Carnivorous plants consume insects

Where would you expect to find plants on the food chain?

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Water carves slot canyon near Solana Beach

San Diego County is home to a unique geologic feature

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Calcium buildup around faucets and hoses

Calcium can leave white stains around faucets and hoses.

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There are rivers in the sky

There are rivers in the sky called atmospheric rivers

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King tides: high tide and low tide vary

How does the moon's position affect the tides on earth?

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Lizard tails twitch when separated from body

A lizard can severe its own tail on command

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Paragliders at Torrey Pines can launch and land in the same spot

Hang gliders and paragliders can launch from and land on the cliffs of Torrey Pines.

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Pacific coast is colder than Atlantic coast

What does Earth's rotation have to do with ocean temperatures off San Diego?

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Rex the Lion Balances on One Foot

Image: San Diego Zoo Global

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The Fleet Science Center invites you to connect to the power of science through FLEETtv!

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