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Science Projects: How to Collect, Analyze, and Present Your Data – $24.95

Chapter Headings

  1. What Do You Hope to "Prove"?
  2. What You Should Know about Collecting Data
  3. When to Use Significant Figures
  4. How to Organize Your Data in Tables
  5. Do You Need Life Tables?
  6. How to Make Better Line Graphs
  7. Do You Need a Standard Curve?
  8. When and How to Make Bar Graphs
  9. How to Select a Proper Statistical Test
  10. Ways to Analyze Your Data
  11. Calculators and Computers That Do the Statistical Work for You
  12. What Are the Odds That You Are Right?

Appendices

  • Glossary of Terms Frequently Used in Software Programs of Statistics
  • Bibliography
  • Recommended Reading ("Oldies but Goodies")
  • Where to Find the Software for Statistics and Graphs
  • Symbols Used in the Text

 
 
Science Projects Statistics Book
An intuitive approach to the statistics for the high school student. Emphasizes scientific method of analysis, graphing techniques, and use of computers for statistical analysis. Examples in this 184-page book suggest many science projects. Included is a unique flowchart to aid the student in selecting the appropriate statistical test. Also included are numerous illustrations and a variety of photographs of winning science fair projects. A comprehensive Index rounds out this well-written book.
 
 
Science Projects: Book 1. Project Ideas in the Life Sciences – $24.95

Chapter Headings

  1. Open-Ended Projects in Bacteria -- Some examples: The Use of Bacteria to Control Weeds ... The Effect of Temperature on the Nitrogen Cycle ... The Effect of Mouthwashes on Bacteria ... Disinfecting Plant Material in Preparation for Tissue Culture ... Testing Milk for Bacteria ... Testing Water for Bacteria ... Testing for Normal Bacteria on the Surfaces of Plants ... Etc.
  2. Open-Ended Projects in Plants -- Categories: Seeds ... Plant Growth ... Soil and Hydroponics ... Plant Longevity ... Plant Cells ... Genetics ... Potpourri.
  3. Open-Ended Projects in Animals -- Animal Groups: Rotifers, Water Bears, and Water Fleas ... Clams and Crabs ... Bugs ... Tadpoles and Frogs ... The Domesticated Rat ... Human Volunteers.
  4. Open-Ended Projects in Environmental Science -- Disciplline: Air Pollution ... Water Pollution ... Waste Management and Recycling ... Population Explosion ... Projects Neither Here Nor There.

Appendices

  • Rules for Research Involving Live Vertebrate Animals
  • How to Write the Science Project Report
  • How to Prepare for a Science Fair

 
 
Science Projects Book 1. Life Sciences
An excellent resource for project ideas in the llife sciences. This book describes over 100 open-ended projects on bacteria, plants, animals, and environmental issues. Notes and references to techniques are included. Guides to report writing and science fair preparation complete this 184-page book which has multiple illustrations and photographs throughout. This book is geared primarily to students in grades 9-12. However, seventh and eighth graders may also find it helpful.
 
 
 
 
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New Release for Fall 2008:
     Science Projects: Book 2. Project Ideas in Chemistry and Biochemistry

   
 
 
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