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CSEF · 2005

Best Buy in AA Batteries

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals My project was to determine which of 9 AA batteries purchased from family patronized stores would give the best general performance, with an emphasis on the most work per do…

CSEF · 2005

Blondes Can't Bear, All That Green Hair!

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals Objectives/Goals: Many people that swim in pools have green hair and have trouble getting this green residue,copper, out of their hair. Acids, vinegar and lemon juice, and c…

CSEF · 2005

Burn Baby Burn. Antacids: Do They Work?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals To determine how well different antacids work in liquids. HYPOTHESIS: All antacids perform the same in liquids. Methods/Materials The experiment was carried out by measuring…

CSEF · 2005

Comparing the Strength of Laminated Wood to Solid Wood

Structural Capability & Strength of Materials (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals I am want to compare laminated wood with solid wood. This will give me a better understanding of what type of wood to use in contruction. I will be comparing the strengths o…

CSEF · 2005

Does Density Affect a Wood's Combustion Rate?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals To discover if the density of a wood affects its combustion rate in a measurable way. Methods/Materials Materials: 1 hot plate, 1 stopwatch, 6 plastic cups, metric ruler, pe…

CSEF · 2005

Earthquake: Building Destroyer

Structural Capability & Strength of Materials (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The objective of my project was to see how the different modes of earthquake effect the damage suffered by the building. I predicted that the combination movement will cause…

CSEF · 2005

Earthquake Resistant Architectural Design

Structural Capability & Strength of Materials (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The purpose of our project was to find out what shaped structure resisted earthquakes most successfully. Methods/Materials First we built a shake table using plywood, spring…

CSEF · 2005

Every Volt Counts: Are Sport Drinks Worth It?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The question that I would like to answer is which drink (Milk, Gatorade Lemon, Gatorade Lemon Ice, Water, Coke, 7-Up, Grapefruit Juice, or Pediatric Electrolyte, A.K.A. #Ped…

CSEF · 2005

Gel Capsule Solubility

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals My objective was to find the average breakage rates of five different brands of common over-the-counter cold and cough liquid gelatin capsules. My hypothesis stated that I e…

CSEF · 2005

Glue Mania: Adhesive Bonding Efficiency Testing

Structural Capability & Strength of Materials (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals Objective-to find the components that lead to a successful bond,and from the data be able to find out the strongest and most effective adhesive.Purpose-to find the most effi…

CSEF · 2005

Hidden Hazard During the Holidays

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The question I#m trying to answer is how flammable these five species of trees are if people fail to water their Christmas tree during the holidays. The conclusions I reach…

CSEF · 2005

How Do Sunblocks and Sunscreens Compare?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The objective of my project is to determine if sunblocks are more effective than sunscreens in blocking ultraviolet rays in sunlight. I believe that the three brands of sunb…

CSEF · 2005

How Effective Is Your Mouthwash?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The objective of this project was to find out which mouthwash would be most effective for the least amount of money. Listerine Cool Mint, Listerine Less Intense Natural Citr…

CSEF · 2005

Impact of Roofing Materials on an Interior Fire

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals The purpose of this experiment was to determine if the type of roofing material used had any impact on the temperature of the roof or the rate of destruction on a structure…

CSEF · 2005

Is Sunscreen SPF for Real?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals Evaluate the amount of UVA penetration when using different sun protection factor (SPF) sunscreens. Methods/Materials Using a UVA monitor, the UVA reduction was measured as…

CSEF · 2005

Is Your Cleaner Making the Grade?

Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

Objectives/Goals I tried to find the most effective, safest and most cost-effective bathroom cleaner. In PHASE ONE I thought that Tylex would work the best for preventing and killing mildew.…

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