Indice dei contenuti per Issue 353 - January 2025 in MiniMag

Understanding Earth’s fragility The Earth is a delicate balance of land, water, air and living creatures. But human activities can upset this balance. For example, every minute, thousands of plastic bottles are thrown away, and many end up in the ocean, harming marine animals. Forests, which produce the oxygen we breathe, are being cut down at an alarming rate. These problems might sound big, but we can make a difference by learning about the environment and taking steps to protect it. The more we understand how everything on Earth is connected, the more we can help ensure a bright future for the planet. The importance of environmental education Environmental Education Day is all about helping people understand how their actions impact the world around them. It’s a day to learn…

Nature is full of balancing experts! Cats use their tails to adjust their balance, while flamingos can sleep on one leg because their unique bone structure locks into place. Even trees balance themselves, growing roots and branches in ways that keep them stable against the wind. What is balance? Balance happens when the forces acting on an object are equal, keeping it steady instead of falling over. Imagine holding a ruler on your finger: if the weight is evenly distributed, it won't tip. This is called equilibrium Ð when everything is in balance. THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF EQUILIBRIUM: STATIC EQUILIBRIUM: when something is still, like a chair sitting on the floor. DYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUM: when something is moving but stays steady, like a cyclist riding without falling. The centre of…

Find all 10 hidden objects in the picture! From sheep to sweater Sheep are amazing animals that provide us with warm, soft wool, perfect for making clothes. Their woolly coats are sheared once a year, usually in spring, to keep them cool in the warmer months. After shearing, the wool is washed to remove dirt and oils, then combed and spun into yarn. This yarn is woven or knitted to create cosy garments like sweaters, scarves and hats. The journey from sheep to clothing is a wonderful example of how natural resources can be transformed into everyday essentials, keeping us warm while showcasing the beauty of nature’s gifts. INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT WOOL ANCIENT CRAFTSMANSHIP: Wool production dates back over 10 000 years, making it one of the oldest materials used…

From fiction to reality AI has been a dream for centuries, first imagined in stories about thinking machines and intelligent robots. In the 1950s, computer scientists created the first AI programs, teaching machines to play chess and solve puzzles. Today, AI is everywhere, from medical breakthroughs to helping astronauts in space. What’s next? Maybe you’ll be the one to decide! AI in everyday life Imagine waking up and asking a voice assistant the weather, using AI to navigate to school, and watching videos recommended by an AI-powered app. AI makes all of this possible! It helps doctors diagnose illnesses, assists farmers in growing food, and even helps translate languages. AI is quietly working behind the scenes to make life better for all of us. Robots vs. AI Robots are machines…

Get to know these codes and encourage your friends to do the same! Welcome to your 2025 Environmental Planner – your guide to staying eco-conscious all year long! This planner is designed to help you keep track of important environmental dates while encouraging actions that protect our planet. Recycling plastics correctly is the most impactful way to make a difference. By using the Plastics Recycling Codes provided, you can ensure your plastic waste ends up in the right place, reducing pollution and conserving resources.…

Flip-Flop Crossword The longest single-word palindrome in English is “tattarrattat,” coined by James Joyce in his novel Ulysses. It mimics the sound of a knock on the door! CLUES ACROSS: 1. A respectful address for a woman 5. A woman in a convent 7. Flat or even surface 9. A spinning part of an engine 11. A common name for a girl 12. Even more crimson in colour 14. A quick look 17. A floating vessel 19. Observes with the eyes 21. A spinning device or mechanism DOWN: 2. A reflective surface 3. Day before an event 4. A small bird 6. A time around midday 8. Organ of sight 10. A type of vehicle 13. An action or accomplishment 15. A soft drink 16. Epic stories of heroes and…

Examples of how maths is involved in AI: PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS: AI predicts outcomes based on data. For example, when you use a search engine or get movie recommendations, maths calculates the probability of what you're most likely to enjoy. LINEAR ALGEBRA: Maths is used to process huge amounts of data. For example, AI systems use matrices (arrays of numbers) to perform calculations for image recognition or recommendation algorithms. CALCULUS: AI uses calculus to improve itself, such as through optimisation Ð finding the best way to solve a problem or perform a task efficiently. GRAPH THEORY: AI systems like navigation apps use maths to find the shortest route from point A to B by analysing connected nodes (places) in a graph. ALGORITHMS AND LOGIC: Maths helps design the step-by-step instructions…