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I need a QUICK, EASY science fair project. It should be like 7th or 8th grade level. This is the last weekend I have to do it. I really need help. I have no idea what to do. PLZ HELP ME!!!!!!!!

2007-03-02 07:16:41 · 11 answers · asked by Njen 2 in Education & Reference Homework Help

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You could do the old "build a volcano" standby.

2007-03-02 07:24:19 · answer #1 · answered by Episco 4 · 0 0

If worst comes to worst, you can always do the classic volcano. Elementary, I know, but if you dress it up and maybe add a couple twists, like using something other than baking soda and vinegar to set it off. Or trying to make it look really realistic. It's not that hard. You could even take it to another level. Like, show just a little bit under the ground so you can see how the volcano formed. I've had friends who did this and it worked out fine. It's a simple project with plenty of room to make it your own. Hope I helped. Good luck on your project, whatever you wind up doing.

2007-03-02 07:26:37 · answer #2 · answered by amanda c 1 · 2 0

First microwave seeds. See how they grow over the next few days. You can make up some lengths if you need more time. Microwave some for no time some for 30 sec. some for 1 min etc. When I did this the 30sec did best. One min came in second then no time then 1.5 min then2 min. Hope this helps. You may also want to look at some anti procrastinating questions to give you ideas on how to stop that.

2007-03-02 07:29:01 · answer #3 · answered by Shay-la♥ 3 · 0 1

Maybe you could do a psychological study on the prevalence of procrastination in middle schoolers.

2007-03-02 07:28:32 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace/projectguide/gettingstarted.html.

Go to the second page of this site and it will give you a lot of other sites to go to. It also explains the science project, to help you get started.

2007-03-02 07:35:56 · answer #5 · answered by jack russell girl 5 · 1 1

the easiest project you can do is the, "WHich paper tower brand is strongest?". however, some teacher do not allow this project.
if not you can go to these websites:
http://chemistry.about.com/od/sciencefairprojects/a/scipromiddle.htm
http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=middle+school+science+fair+projects&rs=1&fr2=rs-top&toggle=1&cop=mss&ei=UTF-8&fr=yfp-t-501

2007-03-02 07:28:03 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 0 1

EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCE PROJECTS:
The Effect of Salt on the Boiling Temperature of Water

INITIAL OBSERVATION
Cooking instructions tell you to add salt to water before boiling it.

PROJECT TITLE
The Effect of Salt on the Boiling Temperature of Water

PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT
To find out how table salt affects the boiling temperature of water.

HYPOTHESIS
Adding table salt to boiling water will cause the water to boil at a higher temperature.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
Table Salt
Distilled Water
2 Quart Cooking Pot
Pint measuring cup
Teaspoon and tablespoon measuring spoons
Thermometer
Stirring spoon

EXPERIMENTAL PROCEDURE
Boil one quart of distilled water on a stove.
Measure the temperature of the boiling water. Record the highest temperature reading. This is the control to compare with.
Measure out table salt using a kitchen measuring spoon. Level the spoonful.
Add the measured salt to the boiling water and stir.
Measure the temperature of the boiling water with the salt in it. Record the highest temperature reading.
Repeat for other amounts of salt.

DATA
Amount of boiling water 2 Cups
Temperature of boiling water (Control) 212.9° F
Amount of table salt added to boiling water: Run #1 1 Tbl.
Temperature of boiling water after adding salt: Run #1 215.6° F
Additional amount of table salt added to boiling water: Run #2 1 Tbl.
Temperature of boiling water after adding salt: Run #2 218.3° F


EXPERIMENTAL OBSERVATIONS
When the salt was added to boiling water it bubbled up more, and then stopped boiling. Shortly afterwards, it boiled again.
If the thermometer extends beyond the outside of the pot it reads a higher temperature. Heat from the stove burner makes the thermometer read higher. Keep the thermometer over the pot when making temperature measurements.

CALCULATIONS
Total amount of table salt added for Run #1: 0 + 1 = 1 Tbl.

Total amount of table salt added for Run #2: 1 + 1 = 2 Tbl.

RESULTS
Temperature of boiling water (Control) 212.9° F
Amount of table salt added to boiling water: Run #1 1 Tbl.
Temperature of boiling water after adding salt: Run #1 215.6° F
Total amount of table salt added to boiling water: Run #2 2 Tbl.
Temperature of boiling water after adding salt: Run #2 218.3° F

Amount of Table Salt Added Versus
Water Boiling Temperature

CONCLUSIONS
Is the hypothesis correct?
Yes. Adding table salt to water causes the water to boil at a higher temperature.

Problems with doing the experiments.
The temperature readings were hard to make. Gloves had to be worn to keep my hands from getting too hot. Had to be careful that the stove heat was not hitting the thermometer.

Other things learned.
Be careful when adding salt to boiling water. It makes the water boil vigorously for a second or two.
RELATED QUESTIONS
Why do you think cooking instructions tell you to add salt when boiling water?
When the water is hotter, you can cook food faster. Salt also makes the food taste better.

2007-03-02 07:33:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 1

my son had some homework to do using the internet you could try www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk ,hopefully you will find some usefull ideas

2007-03-02 07:25:30 · answer #8 · answered by familyclaireshopping 1 · 0 1

HOW STRONG IS PLASTIC WRAP,,

2007-03-02 07:26:03 · answer #9 · answered by cmhurley64 6 · 0 1

ok pick one.

2007-03-02 07:22:39 · answer #10 · answered by Old guy 124 6 · 1 1

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