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The Effect of Magnetism on Planaria Regeneration

CSEF · 2014 Zoology

Nelson J. Chandler, Aaron D. Levins, Austin M. Moss-Ennis · Bakersfield Christian High School, Bakersfield, Kern County

Overview

Objectives/Goals The objective of the experiment is to determine if magnets have an effect on the regeneration of planaria. Methods/Materials Groups of thirty, fifty-four, and sixty planaria were gathered, separated into six groups, and twenty of them were bisected. Results The stronger the magnet strength, the slower the bisected planaria grew. Conclusions/Discussion Magnet strength did not affect the non-bisected planaria; however, the non-magnetized group of non-bisected planaria in the first trial had offspring whereas the magnetized group did not. In conclusion, magnets have a negative effect on the regeneration of planaria.

Summary statement

To test the legitimacy of magnet therapy through planaria, a test that resulted in negative effects.

Help received

Cousin cut sheet metal into squares; Mother helped with board set up.

Competition history

  • CSEF 2014 Zoology · Entry S2203

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