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Light Intensity and Distance
Light Intensity and Distance
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Light Intensity and Distance
In this physics project, learn about the relationship between light intensity and distance using a laser pointer, flashlight, and graph paper!
3rd grade
Science
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Hydro-Power
Hydro-Power
Science Project
Hydro-Power
Discover the force of water! This article provides step-by-step instructions for creating your own science experiment.
Science
Science Project
Earthquakes: What Can We Learn from History?
Earthquakes: What Can We Learn from History?
Science Project
Earthquakes: What Can We Learn from History?
This science project examines the history of earthquakes and what we can do to prevent future disasters.
Science
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Centripetal and Centrifugal Force
Centripetal and Centrifugal Force
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Centripetal and Centrifugal Force
What's the difference between centripetal and centrifugal force? Students find out by seeing both in action as they conduct this experiment.
Science
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Testing pH Levels in Everyday Foods and Household Products
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Testing pH Levels in Everyday Foods and Household Products
The goal of this science fair project is to assess the acidity levels of common food and household products using pH test strips.
Science
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The Impact of Distance on the Doppler Effect
The Impact of Distance on the Doppler Effect
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The Impact of Distance on the Doppler Effect
What is the Doppler Effect, or the Doppler Shift? The purpose of this science fair project is to determine how distance impacts the Doppler Effect.
Science
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Mirrors and Reflection of Light
Mirrors and Reflection of Light
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Mirrors and Reflection of Light
This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.
5th grade
Science
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Radio Waves, It's In The Air: Build A Basic Radio
Radio Waves, It's In The Air: Build A Basic Radio
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Radio Waves, It's In The Air: Build A Basic Radio
The purpose of this science fair project is to build a basic radio.
5th grade
Science
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How A Kazoo Makes Sounds
How A Kazoo Makes Sounds
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How A Kazoo Makes Sounds
How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.
2nd grade
Science
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Sink or Swim: Calculating Density of Fruits and Vegetables
Sink or Swim: Calculating Density of Fruits and Vegetables
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Sink or Swim: Calculating Density of Fruits and Vegetables
Sink or swim? Calculate the density of various fruits and vegetables using water and a kitchen scale.
5th grade
Science
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How to Make a PVC Pipe Instrument
How to Make a PVC Pipe Instrument
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How to Make a PVC Pipe Instrument
In this cool science fair project, kids apply basic algebra to learn how to make a PVC pipe instrument while exploring concepts like frequency and resonance.
Science
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Drum Size and Pitch
Science Project
Drum Size and Pitch
How does the size of a vibrating surface affect the pitch of a drum? Learn about drum size and pitch with this easy science fair project idea.
2nd grade
Science
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Wave-Particle Duality of Light
Wave-Particle Duality of Light
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Wave-Particle Duality of Light
Explore the wave-particle duality of light! Learn how light can behave as both a wave and a particle in this cool physics science fair project idea for kids.
Science
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Diffraction Grating Experiment: Wavelength of Laser Light
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Diffraction Grating Experiment: Wavelength of Laser Light
This awesome diffraction grating experiment puts high school students' applied math skills to the test by having them calculate the wavelength of laser light.
Science
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How Fast Does Light Travel in Water vs. Air? Refraction Experiment
How Fast Does Light Travel in Water vs. Air? Refraction Experiment
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How Fast Does Light Travel in Water vs. Air? Refraction Experiment
How fast does light travel in different mediums? Kids conduct a cool refraction experiment in materials like water and air for this science fair project.
Science
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Van de Graaff Generator Experiments
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Van de Graaff Generator Experiments
Explore concepts in current and coltage with these Van de Graaff generator experiments.
Science
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Sound Resonance: How to Calculate Speed of Sound
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Sound Resonance: How to Calculate Speed of Sound
In this cool sound resonance experiment, learn about frequency and pitch, and use a tuning fork to calculate sound velocity in air.
Science
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Pendulum Waves
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Pendulum Waves
Make stunning pendulum waves and learn the math behind the patterns generated with this cool and easy science project.
Science
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WiFi Signal Strength
WiFi Signal Strength
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WiFi Signal Strength
.Have you ever had problems with your wifi signal strength? In this experiment you will learn about how wireless signals pass through the air and solid objects.
Science
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Traveling Tsunamis
Traveling Tsunamis
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Traveling Tsunamis
This science fair project examines how tsunamis travel by simulating a tsunami moving around an island. You will generate a pretend tsunami in a swimming pool.
5th grade
Science
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A Thunderous Sound
A Thunderous Sound
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A Thunderous Sound
Science fair project that examines what causes thunder and why a thunderclap sounds so loud. How is lightening related to the creation of sound waves?
2nd grade
Science
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Echolocation Demonstration
Echolocation Demonstration
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Echolocation Demonstration
Demonstrate how we are able to locate sounds, echolocation. Have a blindfolded subject locate you by the sound of your clapping.
Science
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Protect Your Hearing!
Protect Your Hearing!
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Protect Your Hearing!
Design a hearing protection device to protect their ears from loud noises. Examine the properties of current protective hearing devices, materials.
Science
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How Fast Does a Seismic Wave Travel?
How Fast Does a Seismic Wave Travel?
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How Fast Does a Seismic Wave Travel?
Check out this fun science fair project idea to learn about seismic waves and how fast they travel during an earthquake.
Science
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What Materials Block Radio Waves Most Effectively?
What Materials Block Radio Waves Most Effectively?
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What Materials Block Radio Waves Most Effectively?
In this fun science fair project idea learn about the multiple sources of radio waves and fin out how difficult it is to block them.
Science
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