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  • Ask A Scientist - Do you have a burning science question you want to ask, this site is where you can submit your questions.
  • FCC Kids Zone - Frequently Asked Questions - Lists the most commonly asked questions for grades 4-8 about televisions, cable, and phones.
  • FCC Kids Zone (Grades 4-8) - Do you know how cable tv works? Do you know what a satellite is and how it works? Find the answers here.
  • Geospatial Intelligence - Learn all about geospatial intelligence - imagery, imagery intelligence, analysis, and world geography.
  • Greatest Engineering Achievments of the 20th Century - How many of the 20th century's greatest engineering achievements will you use today? A car? Computer? Telephone? Explore this list of the top 20 achievements.
  • Nanooze - The Science Web Magazine for Kids - Learn about the world that is too small to see and making tiny things using something called nanotechnology.
  • Science Facts - Get the answers to life's most interesting questions through scientific inquiry; it will introduce you to the Library of Congress' rich collections in science and technology.
  • Walk Through Time - Provides information on ancient calendars, early clocks, revolution in timekeeping, the "Atomic Age" and more.

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