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"toys taught children early lessons in physics, problem solving, and critical thinking. But never fear - there's an app for that! Simple Physics allows these lessons to be brought back into play, by using technology to simulate hands-on experiences."

"Khan Academy, has released an iOS mobile application for the iPhone and iPod Touch, giving users complete access to its collection of over 3,500 videos. Now, students will be able to continue their education on the go, whether they're traveling on vacation, commuting, or sitting around with nothing else to do. The app covers a wide variety of topics, including topics within the K-12 space, such as math, science topics like chemistry, biology, physics, etc., and there's even a focus on the humanities."

"you build an intricate bridge, and then destroy it using the physics engine that is built in. This bridge basher app realistically lets you see how your bridge stacks up to forces in real time. "

"chemistry, physical science, and general science iPad apps. And the best part - they are all FREE! A teacher's favorite price!"

"The shapes you draw interact with the wheel to make it move. Touch Physics has settings for multiple users so the whole family can give it go."

"TinkerBox is a fun, free-to-play physics puzzle game. While it is full of interesting science facts and teaches basic "

"spectrometers into people's hands -- lots of them. For as little as $35, you can now get your own kit and start scanning different materials in your backyard, neighborhood, or household. With one of our latest prototypes -- a spectrometer that attaches to your smartphone (see above) -- we hope to make spectrometry available to anyone,"