CSEF Physical Sciences projects

CSEF 2021 project J2002 — title not published

Product Science (Physical) Second Award

CSEF 2021 project J2006 — title not published

Product Science (Physical) Fourth Award

CSEF 2021 project J2011 — title not published

Product Science (Physical) First Award

CSEF 2021 project J2013 — title not published

Product Science (Physical) Third Award

CSEF 2021 project J2015 — title not published

Product Science (Physical) Honorable_mention Award

CSEF 2021 project J2017 — title not published

Product Science (Physical) Honorable_mention Award

Baseball Bat Performance Testing

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of the my project is to test which bat hits the ball the furthest. Methods Used 4 types of bats: 1. aluminum 2. composite 3 wood 4corked A tee with a ball on it A Sk…

Chalk Talk: Determining the Best Liquid Chalk Product

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only) Third Award

Objectives As a gymnast, I use chalk to absorb the perspiration on my hands and feet before performing skills. For my science experiment, I asked the question Which liquid chalk product is b…

Cold Feet? What Type of Socks Can Keep Your Feet the Warmest in Cold Weather?

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of this project was to determine which sock fabric, Merino Wool, Nylon, Acrylic, Spandex or Cotton worked best for keeping the feet warmest during cold weather. Meth…

Comparison of Heart Rate Measurement Accuracy across Multiple Devices

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The study objective was to determine the accuracy of various heart rate measurement devices such as blood pressure cuffs, wrist meters, and wearables compared to the two-finger pu…

Cookie Cooking

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives My experiment was designed to use the same cookie dough and alter the cookie dough only by temperature for a period of time to see the effects it had on taste and texture. Methods…

Does Limiting Direct Sunlight with Different Types of Shade Materials Make an Air Conditioner Work More Efficiently?

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of my study is to determine if shading can increase the efficiency of an air conditioner. Methods Temperature sensors, PVC frame, heat lamps, and various shade mater…

Fire in Your Sole: Reducing the Thermal Conductivity Found from Outdoor Sports Surfaces

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives Since I have been playing competitive soccer I wanted to find a cure to the constant injuries presented by the heat on artificial turf. The goals of my project were not to fix the…

Hands Down: The Best Moisturizer

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives We apply lotions and moisturizers on a daily basis, but do we know which moisturizers work the best and why? The objective of my experiment is to determine which of the three comm…

Heat Conductivity: A Study of Baking Sheets

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only) Fourth Award

Objectives My purpose for this experiment was to examine how and why the heat conductivity in different baking sheets affects the outcome of baking. Methods I made biscuits and two different…

Helpful or Hurtful? Seeking the Most Effective Methods and Materials for Minimizing Electromagnetic Fields (EMF)

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives Determining whether Electromagnetic Field defenders are helpful or hurtful (assuming the studies claiming Electromagnetic Fields are unsound are correct). Many people don t know a…

How Do Various Types of Table Tennis Balls Differ in Bounce Height?

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective is to measure how various types and brands of professional table tennis balls differ in bounce height. Methods Different types and brands of table tennis balls, came…

Medicines in Mailboxes: Melting Microorganisms

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only) Honorable_mention Award

Objectives Ordering things online has become an instinct for our generation and mail ordered medications are no exception. When medicine is ordered in the mail especially in the summer the p…

Now That's a Lot of Damage! Which Premium Tape Has the Greatest Tensile Strength?

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives There are a lot of premium tapes out there. There is 3M Duct Tape, Flex Tape, Gorilla Tape and so much more. But which one is strong enough to fix your everyday problems? My hypot…

Oil in a Day's Work: The Power of Pistons in Heat and Lubricity

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of this study is to measure the efficacy of various 10w30 motor oils to reduce heat caused by friction. Using a wooden test stand, aluminum cans, electric motor, pis…

Rammed Earth: Packing Construction's Future

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives Rammed earth is a material made from soil and its contents. It is nearly free and available virtually anywhere with soil. The question is if it is viable enough to use it in place…

Same Chemical Process, Different Types of Hair

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of this study was to show how dyeing hair permanently alters the texture and color of hair. Methods Bleach, 6rr red-colored dye, and two different levels of develope…

Save the pHish

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives Approximately seventy percent of the world is covered with water and with our pollution crisis it is very important to help keep the water clean. Keeping our water safe is crucial…

Scented vs. Unscented Candles

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective is to see if scent has any affect on how long a candle will last. Methods We compared the mass lost after burning for three hours of three sets of three candles all…

Tackling Concussions: Testing the Effectiveness of Headgear to Reduce Displacement

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives My brother and I play competitive level sports, including soccer. A key move in soccer for passing and scoring is to head the ball, which causes concern about potential concussion…

That's the Way the Cookie Crumbles: Does the Type of Fat Used in Baking Affect How Crumbly a Cookie Is?

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of this study was to determine whether different fats affect how crumbly chocolate chip cookies are. Methods Chose a recipe for chocolate chip cookies. Selected four…

The Effects of Metal Pipes on Potable Water Quality

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of the experiment was to determine the extent of metal contamination in drinking water when using metal pipes. The question was: What is the effect on drinking water…

Toilet Paper Absorbency

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives The objective of my experiment was to find out the most absorbent and most economical toilet paper brand. This indirectly illustrates the factuality of advertisements. Methods The…

Using Low VOC Natural Paints and Sealants to Waterproof ECOR

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only)

Objectives There are great concerns regarding pollution due to the burning of agricultural wastes. ECOR helps utilize these potential polluting materials. ECOR is a sustainable building mate…

Using Water Saturation to Affect Kernels' Popping Ability

Product Science (Physical) (Junior Division Only) Second Award

Objectives The objective on the experiment was to increase the yield of popped popcorn by saturating the kernels prior to popping. Methods A Presto hot air popper was used during the experim…