Science Experiments for Kids

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Vending Machines
The first commercial coin-operated vending machine was introduced in London in the
early 1880s; it dispensed post cards.
Venetian Blinds
The history behind venetian blinds.
Viagra
To the researchers of Viagra - life might seem cruel.
Video Related
The history of the first practical videotape recorder (VTR) - audio and video magnetic
recording history - video cameras.
Video Games
The history of video games is interesting even if you have never touched a joystick.
VisiCalc
VisiCalc, the first computer spreadsheet program, was released to the public in 1979.
Vitamin Related
The history of vitamins - discovery or synthesized and production methods
Vinyl
Waldo Semon invented a way to make polyvinyl chloride (PVC) useful - the history of
vinyl.
Volleyball
Volleyball was invented by William Morgan in 1895.
Voting Machines
The history of voting machines - paper ballots - mechanical lever machines - punch cards -
optical scan - direct recording electronic.
Walkie Talkie
History and information on the walkie talkie radio.
Walkman
The history of the Sony Walkman.
Wallpaper
Wallpaper as a wall covering was first used by the working classes in Britain and in Europe
as a substitute for costly materials.
Washing Machines
The earliest washing "machine" the scrub board was invented in 1797.
Watches
The invention of the quartz watch, mechanical clocks, timekeeping devices and time
measurement.
Water Based Fuels
Rudolf Gunnerman invented water based fuels.
Water Fountain & Water Cooler
The modern drinking fountain was invented and then manufactured in the early 1900s.
Water Frames

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