Length/distance

  • Eclipses of the Sun
    article

    Eclipses of the sun

    Mathematics has allowed us now to measure lots of things about eclipses and so calculate exactly when they will happen, where they can be seen from, and what they will look like.
  • Paradoxes
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    Paradoxes

    A paradox is a statement that seems to be both untrue and true at the same time. This article looks at a few examples and challenges you to investigate them for yourself.
  • The Dodecahedron Explained
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    The dodecahedron explained

    What is the shortest distance through the middle of a dodecahedron between the centres of two opposite faces?
  • Do you measure up?
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    Do you measure up?

    Age
    7 to 11
    Challenge level
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    A game for two or more players that uses a knowledge of measuring tools. Spin the spinner and identify which jobs can be done with the measuring tool shown.