Gallery: Gorgeous Photos of DIY Science Experiments

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    Caleb Charland
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    Breakbeat with Sparkler and Metronome

    Caleb Charland's photos are like scientific demonstrations captured on camera. This one is titled *Breakbeat with Sparkler and Metronome*, which should explain a little about what you're seeing.
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    Caleb Charland
    02

    One Hour With Candle and Clock

    He takes all of his photos though a long exposure process. Here is *One Hour With Candle and Clock*
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    Caleb Charland
    03

    Candle Through Fishbowl

    You're looking at a candle though a fishbowl.
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    Caleb Charland
    04

    Pouring Light

    *Pouring Light* is the product of pouring glow in the dark powder onto two slanted pieces of metal. The camera captures the dust's path as it travels through.
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    Caleb Charland
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    Cube with phosphorescent Powder

    *Cube with phosphorescent Powder*
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    Caleb Charland
    06

    Glow in the Dark Powder on Sheet Film

    *Glow in the Dark Powder on Sheet Film*
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    Caleb Charland
    07

    candle through crystal ball

    *Candle Through Crystal Ball*
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