RAINBOW SCIENCE: Why Nature Bends the Light 🌈💧

RAINBOW SCIENCE: Why Nature Bends the Light 🌈💧

Author: Fun Kids March 14, 2026 Duration: 28:51

It's time for another BIG and BRILLIANT adventure into the world of science on this week’s Science Quest!

In Science in the News, a giant iceberg drifting around Arctic waters is down to its final weeks before it breaks apart completely, scientists have built a mouse-sized robot to inspect parts of the Large Hadron Collider, and Ewan Bodenham joins us to explain why he named a brand-new ancient crocodile species after his old physics teacher.

Dangerous Dan is back with the scorpion mouse, a tiny but fierce creature with some seriously surprising powers.

And in Battle of the Sciences, we’re digging into planetary mineralogy with Susanne Schwenzer, exploring the rocks and minerals that help scientists understand how planets are formed.

Plus, in Geology Rocks, Finley travels across the world and back through time to discover how rocks, fossils and volcanoes helped shape our planet.

What we learn about:

• Why rainbows are curved
• Why one giant Arctic iceberg is about to disappear
• How a tiny robot could help scientists inspect the Hadron Collider
• Why a new ancient crocodile was named after a teacher
• The fierce scorpion mouse
• How rocks and minerals reveal the history of planets

All that and more on this week’s Science Quest!

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Ever wondered what sound a dinosaur really made or how astronauts eat breakfast in zero gravity? Fun Kids Science Quest digs into those brilliant, messy, and mind-bending questions. Hosted by Dan, this lively podcast turns curiosity into adventure, journeying from the ancient past to the far reaches of the universe. It’s not just a list of facts; it’s a proper exploration designed for young minds and their families to enjoy together. Every episode brings something different, whether it’s a story from the Deep Space High series, a trip back to the Age of the Dinosaurs, or a visit with the clever Professor Hallux. You’ll also hear from special guests and real experts who tackle listeners' trickiest science questions with clear, engaging answers. The whole idea is to make the huge world of science feel accessible, fun, and genuinely surprising. So if you’re looking for a science podcast that’s as entertaining as it is educational, full of stories and conversations that spark real wonder, this is the quest to join. New episodes arrive weekly, ready to turn any car journey or quiet afternoon into a mini scientific expedition.
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