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Before
you come up with a Problem you want to solve, first you need to decide
which area of Science you want to explore. You will want to find
something that really interests you- something you want to find out more
about and design an experiment around to find out more about it!
For example if you are interested in plants maybe you will want to
change something about the way it grows to find out how to grow the
healthiest plant. To start you need to
explore three areas of Science to decide which area interests you the
most. When you decide on a "Problem" turn in the permission slip
with the problem stated along with the appropriate signatures on the:
Letter
to Parents
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Are you interested
in living things? Do you like plants, animals, or even
slimy Mold or disgusting Bacteria? Are you interested in
health and exercise and keeping your organs working properly?
If any of these things strike your fancy click on the link to
the right to explore the wonderful world of
LIFE SCIENCE! |
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Are you interested
in our Earth or even the planets that surround the Earth?
Do you like forecasting the weather or finding out what Earth
materials erode quicker? Do you want to help save our
Earth? If any of these things are important to you click
on the link to the right to explore the terrific world of
EARTH SCIENCE!
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Are you interested
in speed and why things move or slow down? Do you like to
see chemicals react or find out which household products are the
very best? Do you like sports and would like to find out how you
can improve your favorite game? If any of these things spark
your interest click on the link to the right to explore the
exciting world of
PHYSICAL SCIENCE! |
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Once you
decide which area interests you the most, then you can narrow down your
topic and write a Problem.
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Suggested Problem
Statements That Lead to a Hypothesis:
What is the effect of
__________________ on __________________?
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temperature |
the
feeding habits of goldfish |
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humidity |
growth of fungi |
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washing detergents |
fabric strength |
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length of a magnet |
on lifting power of the magnet |
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age |
on the germination of radish seeds |
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friction |
on the movement of a skateboard |
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water |
absorbency of paper towels |
How
do/does____________________ affect ________________________?
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temperature |
Crystal growth |
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the color of an object |
the absorption of solar energy |
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the weight of a bob |
the period of a pendulum |
To what extent do/does
_____________affect________________________?
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the number of batteries |
an electromagnet's strength |
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light |
the formation of mold |
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exercise |
the heartbeat rate |
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Next step, you will need to find
out some background information about your topic. Let's move ahead
to RESEARCH:
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Created
by: Corinne De Keukelaere
Email: Mrsdek@wtbscience.com
Last Updated:
Tuesday December 12, 2006 10:01 PM -0500
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