Topics Related to Energy and Matter: Flows, cycles, and conservation

Why does water quality vary along the Neuse River from Raleigh to New Bern?

Phenomenon Description: Variations in water quality in the Neuse River BasinLocation: Wake County, Raleigh Grade Level or Course: 8th grade

How can a panel made of glass and silicon turn invisible sunlight into usable electricity?

Phenomenon Description: Solar panel farm in Robeson County, NCLocation: Robeson CountyGrade Level or Course: Earth and Environmental Science

How do submarines like the USS North Carolina-SSN 777 generate and use nuclear energy?

Phenomenon Description: Commissioning ceremony of the USS North Carolina - SSN 777 (US Navy - Virginia Class Attack Submarine) in Wilmington, NC on May 3, 2008. Location: New Hanover County, OceanGrade Level or Course: Physical Science