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An excellent resource for project ideas in the life 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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Chapter Headings
- 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
- Open-Ended Projects in Plants – Categories:
- Seeds
- Plant Growth
- Soil and Hydroponics
- Plant Longevity
- Plant Cells
- Genetics
- Potpourri
- 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
- Open-Ended Projects in Environmental Science – Field of Study:
- 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
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$24.95
184 pages • Paperback 8½ x 11
ISBN: 978-0-9794500-1-3 |
Science Projects: Book 1. Project Ideas in the Life Sciences (Perfect Binding)
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Science Projects: Book 1. Project Ideas in the Life Sciences (Coil Binding)
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