Saturday, May 21, 2011

Taiwan photos 13: Taipei science museum

Taipei Science Museum 1


We spent today at the Taipei Science Museum. Exhausting, but a lot of fun! Click for larger versions.











They had a nice genetics exhibit.





This is a Galton board or quincunx. It also makes music! The nail lengths vary across the board, so as the balls fall they generate harmonies. The board rotates but is attached to a parabolic (black) backing that amplifies the sound. Max really liked it!



The kids are often as interested in the museum store as in the museum :-)


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