Pinhead, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is excited to offer a Smithsonian Science How? webcast with related follow-up activity at its upcoming No School Science Projects in Naturita (Naturita Community Library, 1:00 PM) and Norwood (Norwood Public Library, 3:45 PM) on Friday, April 17th.
Smithsonian Science How: Mineral Dependence – Gemstones to Cellphones
Featuring Geologist Michael Wise
Meet Michael Wise, geologist at the National Museum of Natural History. He studies unusual rocks called pegmatites, which he considers to be “Nature’s Giant Treasure Chests.” How would your life be different without these unique rocks? Pegmatites boast much larger mineral crystals than other rocks because of the special conditions under which they form. Take a closer look at garnets, tourmalines, and other minerals that come from pegmatites. Find out how you depend on pegmatites for everyday uses, such as operating your cellphone.
Watch a preview of Wise’s upcoming webcast, which will air with live Q&A on Thursday, April 16th at 9 AM and 12 PM MDT. Classes, groups and individuals can register for free.
Smithsonian Science How? delivers real-world science into classrooms through free, interactive, live webcasts and supporting classroom resources. The 25-minute programs feature the research and personalities of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, providing students with positive STEM role models, information about science careers and pathways, and connections to current research. Through Smithsonian Science How? webcasts, students will also:
- Learn from Smithsonian science experts
- Explore career pathways
- Discover new resources and activities
- Learn science concepts and their real-world connections
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