Conclusion A conclusion is a summary of the results of the project experiment and a statement of how the results relate to the hypothesis. Following is a sample conclusion. Example Conclusion: As stated in my hypothesis, moths are more attracted to white light than to yellow light. The experiment data collected over a period of […]
Science Fair Project Tips
Before you start your project, acknowledge that you are preparing an entry to a contest. Contests, whether they are associated with sports or academics have rules. Football players must follow the rules to score. Science fair contestants must also follow the rules if they intend to receive a high score. The basic rule for the […]
DNA: Project Hypothesis
Step 5 Hypothesis Let’s assume that your science project question is: So, what do you think? Will using different kinds of fruit affect the amount of DNA extracted from the fruit cells? Your guess about the answer is called your hypothesis, and it should be more than just a wild guess. Instead, your hypothesis should […]
DNA: Project Questions
Step 4: Project Questions A science fair project question should identify two variables: the independent variable the dependent variable. Example Questions for the DNA Discovery Investigation 1. The dependent variables are in red type. This variable can usually be identified from the purpose of the research Discovery Investigation. For the DNA Discovery Investigation, the purpose […]
DNA Index: Extracting DNA from Food
How to Follow the Scientific Method to Develop a Science Project using an Exploratory DNA Food Extraction Investigation. I’VE PUT THE FOLLOWING IN A BASIC ORDER, BUT SOME OF THE PAGES MAY HAVE MISSING ILLUSTRATIONS. KNOW THAT I AM WORKING ON THIS. SO–REFRESH YOUR PAGE PERIODICALLY TO GET THE MOST UPDATED INFORMATION. LET ME KNOW […]
Astronomy Science Project Ideas
Astronomy Astronomy is the study of celestial bodies, including asteroids, moons, planets, stars, and suns. Constellation is a common name for a group of stars that if linked by an imaginary line form a pattern. Ursa Major or what is commonly called the Big Bear is a constellation with stars forming the shape of bear. […]
Transpiration
Janice VanCleave describes a fun transpiration investigation with ideas for further investigations. Good ideas for science fair projects.