Science Max: Experiments at Large

Science Max: Experiments at Large

The science of everyday -- and some not-so-everyday -- things, covering a full range of subjects, including ecology, biology, chemistry and physics.

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The science of everyday -- and some not-so-everyday -- things, covering a full range of subjects, including ecology, biology, chemistry and physics.
  • Trebuchet

    Episode 1 - 21 Mins
    Phil uses a trebuchet to hurl pumpkins and explains the history of the giant, lever-based catapult.
  • Hydraulics

    Episode 2 - 21 Mins
    Using a small, syringe-powered hydraulic arm, Phil learns how to use hydraulics to crush stuff.
  • Rotation

    Episode 3 - 21 Mins
    Phil experiments with the Magnus effect, gyroscopic precession and pushing string.
  • Geodesic Dome

    Episode 4 - 21 Mins
    Phil tries to make domes, gets the record in cup-stacking and builds a cube of pencils.
  • Slime

    Episode 5 - 21 Mins
    Phil demonstrates how many things are made out of long chains of molecules.
  • Antacid Rocket

    Episode 6 - 21 Mins
    Phil makes rockets using antacid tablets and water; Phil uses chemistry to make light.
  • Pumpkin Drop

    Episode 7 - 21 Mins
    Phil conducts an egg drop experiment, with pumpkins.
  • Gravity Boat

    Episode 8 - 21 Mins
    Phil tries to max out a boat that propels itself using nothing but water and gravity.
  • Friction Slide

    Episode 9 - 21 Mins
    Phil conducts experiments that involve friction.
  • Mousetrap Boat

    Episode 10 - 21 Mins
    Phil explores how to make things go using propulsion and inertia.
  • Air Surfing

    Episode 11 - 21 Mins
    Air is a fluid, just like water that can be surfed on with a tumblewing.
  • Nucleation Fountain

    Episode 12 - 21 Mins
    Experiments include mixing diet cola with mints, pulling an egg into a flash, and more.
  • Rube Goldberg Machine

    Episode 13 - 21 Mins
    Phil builds a Rube Goldberg machine and learns a lot about different kinds of forces.

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