Ep 1. Featuring: Light Challenge, Rocket Car.
- September 7, 2015
- 22 min
Science Max is a fun and educational children's show that explores scientific concepts through exciting experiments and challenges. In season 1 episode 1, viewers are introduced to the show's host, Phil, a science enthusiast who loves to conduct experiments and make learning about science fun. This episode features two main challenges: the Light Challenge and the Rocket Car Challenge.
The Light Challenge begins with Phil explaining the basics of light, including how it travels in straight lines and how different colors of light have different wavelengths. The challenge involves using a white box, mirrors, and various colored filters to create different colored beams of light. Phil and his young assistant work together to see how many different colors they can create using their materials. Along the way, they discuss how light behaves when it encounters different surfaces and how we perceive color.
The second challenge is the Rocket Car Challenge, which involves building a miniature car powered by a chemical reaction between baking soda and vinegar. Phil and his assistant start by explaining the science behind the reaction and how it creates carbon dioxide gas which can be used to power the car. They then set about building their car, using a plastic bottle as the body, straws and skewers as axles, and balloons as wheels. Once the car is built, they test it out and try different methods to improve its speed and distance.
Throughout the episode, Phil encourages viewers to try the experiments at home and provides safety tips and instructions. He also includes fun facts and trivia to keep viewers engaged and curious about science. Overall, Science Max is a great show for kids who love hands-on learning and exploring the fascinating world of science.