STUDENT BACKGROUND
Sailing was first introduced as an Olympic sport in 1900 at the Paris Olympics.
Sailing in the Beijing 2008 Olympics will rely on high tech materials made from minerals taken from the Earth's crust.
Modern yachts need to be -
Read on to find out more. |
Nicky Bethwaite sailing the 49er on Sydney Harbour, January 2000 (Ingrid Abery) |
Information Sheet
Student Activity
Minerals at Sea (Looks at materials used for making yachts)
Making the 49er (Looks at the uses of mine products in the 49er)