Biology experiments

Cane toads, fire ants and blackberry bushes - read about the environmental and economic problems caused by invasive species and try a classroom activity to learn more.

Learn a bit about how your brain works in this activity from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club which provides instructions for a couple of mind boggling tricks.

Hunt for invasive Portuguese millipedes in your local area and complete your own scientific research project, just like CSIRO entomologists.

This experiment from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club provides instructions for making your very own DNA model. In the process, learn about the role of DNA and what it is made of.

In this game from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club you play the role of an emperor penguin using tricky footwork to fight for its offspring's survival.

This experiment from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club provides instructions for extracting DNA in your own kitchen.

This web page from CSIRO's Double Helix Club provides instructions on how to do the Freezing Fingers experiment. In this experiment you will learn about insulation.

This experiment from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club provides instructions for an experiment that investigates enzymes like those in your liver.

This experiment from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club experiment provides instructions for a great party trick involving capillary action, turgor pressure and a nifty matchstick star.

This experiment from CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club helps you learn how water protects your brain.