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Watch a volcano erupting in Papua New Guinea

Posted on 12th February 2019 | by Rachael Tapping | Leave a Comment

The eruption of Mount Tavurvur volcano on August 29th, 2014. Captured by Phil McNamara.

This video relates to the Quake, Rattle and Roll! issue of Whizz Pop Bang science magazine.

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Get ready for a blooming brilliant adventure through the wonderful world of flowers in Whizz Pop Bang issue 131!

Inside this colourful edition, readers will discover how flowers attract pollinators and uncover the secrets hidden inside petals and pollen. They’ll also meet some of the strangest and deadliest plants on Earth.

Young scientists can make multi-coloured carnations, create chromatography flowers and press blooms to craft a beautiful flower suncatcher. Children will also investigate butterflies, explore killer flowers and discover how lawn mowers work.

Learn about Edith Rebecca Saunders, the pioneering scientist who helped unlock the secrets of genetics. And of course, there are plenty of experiments, activities, questions, puzzles, jokes and amazing science facts to enjoy.

Perfect for children who love nature, creativity and discovering how the world works, Blooming Brilliant Flowers is bursting with screen-free science fun, outdoor learning and hands-on activities to inspire curious minds.