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Prepare for University - Mathematical Biology
Helpful preparation for university for those intending to study biological sciences.
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Like a Circle in a Spiral
7 to 16
1 out of 3
A cheap and simple toy with lots of mathematics. Can you interpret
the images that are produced? Can you predict the pattern that will
be produced using different wheels?
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Prepare for University - Mathematical Physics
Helpful preparation for university for those intending to study physical sciences.
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Board Block
5 to 7
1 out of 3
Take it in turns to make a triangle on the pegboard. Can you block your opponent?
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Board Block Challenge
7 to 11
3 out of 3
Choose the size of your pegboard and the shapes you can make. Can you work out the strategies needed to block your opponent?
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2 out of 3
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Differential Equation Matcher
16 to 18
2 out of 3
Match the descriptions of physical processes to these differential equations.
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Incey Wincey Spider
5 to 7
1 out of 3
You'll need two dice to play this game against a partner. Will Incey Wincey make it to the top of the drain pipe or the bottom of the drain pipe first?
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