This collection of STEM resources is based around equations and formulae. Resources are listed in order of stage.
problem
Temperature
Age
11 to 14
Challenge level
Is there a temperature at which Celsius and Fahrenheit readings are the same?
problem
Back fitter
Age
14 to 18
Challenge level
10 graphs of experimental data are given. Can you use a spreadsheet to find algebraic graphs which match them closely, and thus discover the formulae most likely to govern the underlying processes?
problem
Constantly changing
Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
Many physical constants are only known to a certain accuracy. Explore the numerical error bounds in the mass of water and its constituents.
problem
How do you react?
Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
To investigate the relationship between the distance the ruler drops and the time taken, we need to do some mathematical modelling...
problem
Construct the solar system
Age
14 to 18
Challenge level
Make an accurate diagram of the solar system and explore the concept of a grand conjunction.
problem
Electric kettle
Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
Explore the relationship between resistance and temperature