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Take a Science Break with YNN Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons. Join Burton every Tuesday as he connects you, and the minds of area youth, to the world of science.




Science Break: Singing spoons

Today on “Science Break,” YNN Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons shows us how to create a singing spoon.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Singing spoons

05/14/2013 10:15 AM

Science Break: Demonstrating low pressure with balloons

Today on “Science Break,” Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons demonstrates how low-pressure works with a pair of balloons.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Demonstrating low pressure with balloons

05/07/2013 12:28 PM

Science Break: Testing Newton's laws of physics

Today on “Science Break,” we take a look at one of the laws of physics, discovered by Sir Isaac Newton.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Testing Newton's laws of physics

04/30/2013 02:33 PM

Science Break: The milk and soap experiment

Today on “Science Break,” we’re playing with our food. Check out this easy science experiment with Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>The milk and soap experiment

04/23/2013 10:42 AM

Science Break: A closer look at pollen

Central Texas is notorious for heavy pollen counts. Today, on “Science Break,” we take a closer look at the allergens – a much closer look.

04/16/2013 01:12 PM

Science Break: Touchabubbles

In this "Science Break," YNN Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons demonstrates a product which produces not-so-average bubbles.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Touchabubbles

02/26/2013 12:02 PM

Science Break: Understand the power of lemons

In this "Science Break," we learn that you may not have to go farther than your kitchen to find a source of alternative energy.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Understand the power of lemons

02/19/2013 07:45 PM

Science Break: Learning the power of air

In this "Science Break," learn about the Airzooka, a cool, new toy which makes science fun.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Learning the power of air

02/12/2013 06:29 PM

Science Break: Playing with our milk

There are several types of milk available at the grocery store, but how can we tell which type is which after it’s out of the bottle? YNN's Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons shows how we can determine which is which in this "Science Break."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Playing with our milk

02/05/2013 11:52 AM

Science Break: Bugs in water

YNN’s Chief Meteorologist talks bugs—big and small—in this “Science Break.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Bugs in water

12/18/2012 11:43 AM

Science Break: How the ground affects flooding

Find out how concrete and grass can affect flooding in this “Science Break.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> How the ground affects flooding

12/11/2012 01:48 PM

Science Break: The beauty of compost

In this edition of “Science Break,” YNN’s Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons visits the Austin Discovery School to discuss the importance of compost and how it can help in the lawn and garden.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>The beauty of compost

12/04/2012 03:15 PM

Science Break: Understanding flash floods

In this edition of “Science Break,” YNN’s Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons talks with the flooding experts to find the science behind Austin's rising waters.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Understanding flash floods

11/27/2012 11:57 AM

Science Break: Air pressure and water

In this edition of “Science Break,” YNN’s Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons experiments with the power of air pressure.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Air pressure and water

11/20/2012 01:42 PM

Science Break: The science of popcorn

In this “Science Break” YNN’s Burton Fitzsimmons takes a look at the science behind one of our favorite snacks.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> The science of popcorn

11/13/2012 10:22 AM

Science Break: Floating rocks

Can rocks really float? YNN's Burton Fitzsimmons has the answer in this "Science Break."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Floating rocks

10/23/2012 11:13 AM

Science Break: Water temperature

Hot water, cold water—which one mixes up quicker? YNN’s Burton Fitzsimmons finds out in this “Science Break.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Water temperature

10/16/2012 11:00 AM

Science Break: Air pressure

In this edition of "Science Break," YNN’s Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons shows us why balls lose their bounce without a little air pressure.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Air pressure

10/09/2012 03:43 PM

Science Break: Dropping rocks

YNN’s Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons shows us how density affects whether rocks float or sink when immersed in water.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span>Dropping rocks

10/02/2012 01:26 PM

Science Break: Finding your center

In this edition of “Science Break,” YNN’s Burton Fitzsimmons shows us how to keep your center and stop yourself from tipping over.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Science Break: </em></span> Finding your center

09/25/2012 01:44 PM