CSEF · 2013
Nanoporous Niobium Oxide
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals This project was to determine if photoelectrochemical etching ("photoetching") would successfully increase surface area of thin films by increasing nanoporosity. Methods/Mat…
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CSEF · 2013
Novel Environmentally Benign Synthesis of Metal Nanoparticles for Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals Goal: To produce metal nanoparticles using plant material and test viability of the nanoparticles for Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS). Challenge: Nanotechnology i…
CSEF · 2013
Polyester: The Ultimate Oil Spill Solution
Chemistry First Award
Objectives/Goals The objective is to find out which biodegradable or recyclable material is the best oil spill absorbent. Since polyester is processed from crude oil, which has the "like dis…
CSEF · 2013
Predicting Acid Rain Initiated Corrosion Resistance of Zinc-Plated and Stainless Steel Screws in Variant Environments
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment was to compare the acid rain corrosion resistance of zinc-plated and stainless steel "wood" screws in manipulated temperature and humidity.…
CSEF · 2013
Rate of Crevice Corrosion
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The objective of my experiment was to determine how the increase in temperature of an acid bath affects the corrosion of aluminum. My hypothesis states there is a direct cor…
CSEF · 2013
Salt Water Battery
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment is to make a small salt water battery and to see if it can generate enough electricity to light a small low voltage bulb. And also to find o…
CSEF · 2013
Simple and Cost-Effective Detection of Cadmium Using an Electrochemical Sensor Made with Gold Nanoparticles
Chemistry Third Award
Objectives/Goals The main objectives of my project are (1) to develop a simple and cost-effective detection method using an electrochemical sensor made with gold nanoparticles and (2) to eva…
CSEF · 2013
Sunlight Assisted Water Remedial: The Photocatalytic Removal of the Toxic Organic Dye Rhodamine B from Wastewater
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals My objective was to understand the role of TiO(2) content, reaction time and temperature on photocatalytic removal of Rhodamine B (RhB). This project could be used to help t…
CSEF · 2013
Temperature, Acids, and Rusting Rates: Which Is More Prevalent?
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The objective of this experiment is to test the effect of temperature on the rusting rate of steel and iron, versus the effect of acid on the rusting rate of these two metal…
CSEF · 2013
Testing the Accuracy of Food Calories by Using a Calorimeter and Calorimetry
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals This project tests the amount of calories on various products by using a homemade Calorimeter.The objective of this project is to find out if the Calories stated on the nutr…
CSEF · 2013
The Effect of Biodegradable Dye on the Evaporation Rates of Salt Water
Chemistry Third Award
Objectives/Goals The purpose of my experiment was to test the effectiveness of biodegradable dye on the evaporation rates of a 20% brine solution. My hypothesis was that blue dye, as indicat…
CSEF · 2013
The Effect of Dextrose as an Interfering Agent on Sugar Crystal Formation
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals This experiment investigates the relationship between the interfering agent, dextrose and crystal formation in sugar solutions. What is the least amount of dextrose that can…
CSEF · 2013
The Effect of Electrolyte Conductivity on Gas Production during Electrolysis
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals Hydrogen is most commonly obtained through a process of decomposing water in a process known as electrolysis. Hydrogen can be used to store electrical energy for use in hydr…
CSEF · 2013
The Effect of Surface Area on Reaction Time
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals How does the diameter of a test tube affect the time it takes for the Elephants Toothpaste reaction to occur? Knowing how to control chemical reaction times by changing the…
CSEF · 2013
The Effect of Surfactant Head Charge and Water Composition on the Degradation of Oil
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals My objective was to identify the effect surfactant head charge on the breakdown of oil in freshwater and bay water. Methods/Materials Three cleaning products were obtained,…
CSEF · 2013
The Effects of Acid and Heat on Fructose Content
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The objective is to understand the fate of fructose during food preparation and digestion; therefore, the effects of both heat and acid on the fructose content in food were…
CSEF · 2013
The Effects of a Cobalt-Phosphate Catalyst on the Efficiency of an Electrochemical Cell
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals The goal of our experiment was to test the effects of a Cobalt-Phosphate catalyst on an electrochemical cell. Methods/Materials We first used copper wiring, alligator clips,…
CSEF · 2013
The Effects of Different Antacids and PPIs on the pH Intensity of Gastric Acid
Chemistry Honorable_mention Award
Objectives/Goals My objective was to help find the most effective medicine for lowering the pH of Gastric Acid and treating acid reflux, whether it be an antacid or a Proton-Pump Inhibitor.…
CSEF · 2013
The Work Enacting Capabilities of Methanol and Its Application to Electricity Production Processes
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals This experiment aimed to determine whether or not Methanol(CH3OH) would be a more efficient coolant in electricity production processes than water. In order to accomplish th…
CSEF · 2013
When the Lime is Right: A Study on the Use of Calcium Hydroxide (Lime) in Ethanol Production
Chemistry
Objectives/Goals Agricultural wastes high in cellulose can be used in ethanol production but pretreating these materials can be costly and challenging. The objective of this project is to de…