Jordan Matthews asked:




An electricity science fair project may be set up as a part of high school or college science fair or just for fun and learning. An electricity science fair project is aimed at demonstrating the major methods of generating electricity, its principles, applications and other principles such as chemical energy, electromagnetism, static electricity, resistance, etc.

For organizing an electricity science fair project, the students need three things:

1. They should have extensive theoretic knowledge of the projects they are going to build. For this purpose, they may have to consult books and encyclopedias.

2. They need the guidance and assistance of their science teachers or perhaps of external knowledgeable advisors.

3. They need certain materials like convex mirrors, reflectors, concave mirrors, insulators, conductors, light bulbs, fuses, wires, on-off switches, step-down transformers, holders, mazes, circuits, electromagnets, and many more. The pieces that they need for these types of experiments are sometimes hard to come by.

Nowadays, unlike years earlier, commercial ready-made kits are available that make the setting up of electricity science fair project easy. Though they cannot be used directly as project models, they can be used in specific electricity science fair projects. One can get basic or advanced kits for the projects, but remember, if it was available to you, it might be available to someone else. Duplicate experiments are not good for judges to see.

Some of the examples of electricity science fair projects are listed below, but are not limited to the following ones:

* Demonstrating the effects of electric fields on plants

* Carrying out experimental exploration of the photoelectric effect

* Carrying out experiments with electron diffraction

* Building models of a simple electrostatic motor, a wooden generator, a Van de Graaf generator, a wind generator, a water turbine generator, and demonstrating their operations

* Performing Faraday’s “Ice Pail” experiment and explaining the mechanism of electrostatic induction

* Building an electroscope and demonstrating the existence of positive and negative charges and of two kinds of materials: the insulators and the conductors

* Demonstrating how lightning is produced

* Demonstrating how light is faster than sound

* Demonstrating the role of electricity in separating a mixture of salt, sugar and pepper

* Demonstrating static electricity with the help of the jumping effect on rice flakes kept on a tabletop

* Building a working model of an electric cycle, electric tricycle and an electric car and demonstrating the involved principles

* Demonstrating the way a hydroelectric plant generates electricity with the help of water.

None of the above-mentioned electricity science fair projects need expensive or rare materials, but instead, they simply require the relatively easily available ones. Moreover, any high school student can do most of these projects under the supervision of an elder, be it parent or a teacher.

Electricity science fair projects remind us of the fact that electricity is indispensable to mankind, and can provide a good segway for the student into a high paying career in the field of electronics or electricity.

Neil Madgwick asked:




Science and magic are two separate entities, right? For example, with science fair projects you are wanting to be precise and aim at explaining phenomenon and finding answers, whereas “magic” and magic tricks leave you with more questions than answers and your mind boggles as to how what you have just seen can be possible. Right?

Well, lets think about it…

With science, which obviously includes science fair projects, the people involved are only too pleased to share their findings as it will improve life on earth in some way. For example, Mr. Edison did not keep quiet about his light bulb discovery, and now we all have instant light. Watson and Crick told the world about the double helix structure of DNA, which resulted in amazing advances in understanding biology as a whole and the positive spinoffs are more to mention in this article.

Magicians are not so keen to share information as to how their tricks work. Not knowing how a trick works is what makes it amazing and essentially magic.

There is no getting away from the fact that top magicians are talented in their slight of hand and their ability to entertain, but many of the “tricks”can be explained through science. Use of mirrors and visual illusions (what scientists call physics) are part and parcel of magic shows.

Unfortunately I do not have the talent to be a magician, but I do have a scientific knowledge to explain some “magic”. The real talent of a magician, or should we call him a “entertainment scientist”, is to hide the scientific phenomenon used to do the trick. So, although I cannot explain some of the tricks because of this cleverness, I can use science to do some very simple magic.

So what is the reason for me writing this article? Is it to expose magicians? Certainly not. As I have said, they are highly talented and indeed intellectual people who know science. The reason is so that young people will see science as exciting.

I guess now you are expecting me to tell you a magic trick so that you can entertain at the same time as you are doing science fair projects? Well, I have run out of space in this article and what I really want is for you, by using your scientific knowledge, to be excited about science and to work out some magic tricks yourself.

Just do science – or should I say magic!

Doug Nicholson asked:




In this article we will look at some interesting experiments and science fair projects you can easily do with eggs from the refrigerator. You will discover that the common egg has some amazing properties you might not be aware of.

There are a number of egg science projects you can do but I will mention just a few here to spark your interest. I’m sure you will be able to think of many more by using a little imagination.

The Egg Drop Science Experiment

For this experiment you will come up with a way to cushion an egg in a small container so it doesn’t break when dropped from a certain height. You can use something like a small coffee can that leaves enough room for your packaging around the egg to protect it from the fall.

You will need to do a little research to determine what might be suitable materials to keep the egg from breaking. Lots of room to experiment here for sure with different materials and arrangements of the egg in the container.

Do all your drop tests from a set height such as six to eight feet. Also drop the container on the same surface each time to keep your results consistent. As always with any science project, keep records of what you did and the results of each drop test.

The Crushing Strength Egg Science Project

One very interesting feature of eggs is their strength. That strength though is very dependent on the orientation of the egg to the force or weight that is applied to it.

So for this experiment you will determine if eggs are stronger lying flat or standing upright. You may also get an idea of how much stronger they are in one position than the other. I think you will find this very surprising just how much a difference the position of the egg makes.

What you will need for this egg science project:

An empty egg carton
Some books
A couple of small trash bags
Some tape
A scale to weigh the books(optional)
4 eggs


Remove the top from the carton and place four eggs toward the center and in a rectangular arrangement. Leave a space between them on each row. Place a plastic bag on the table under the carton. Place the other bag over the eggs.

Now start placing books on the eggs one at a time. Make sure they are even and don’t tip over. See how many you can place before an egg breaks. Weigh all the books used if you have a scale. You now have an idea of their strength end-to-end.

Test their strength lying flat:

Place a bag on the table and make four loops of tape with the sticky side out. Place the tape on the bag in about the same arrangement as the eggs were in the carton. Put one egg flat side down on each piece of tape. This is to keep the eggs from rolling around.

Place another bag over the eggs and then start placing books. How many books did it take before an egg broke? Weigh the books if you have a scale. You now know whether eggs are stronger upright or lying flat. And you have an idea how much stronger they are in that one position than the other.

I hope you enjoyed these experiments and use your imagination to develop even more interesting egg science projects you can do at home.

Aurora L. asked:




It may be true that no two science fair projects are the same. However, there are keys to success that can help students succeed – no matter what project they undertake. Science projects allow students to learn through hands-on experimentation that they control on their own.

If you are getting ready for your first (or next) science fair, be sure to plan in advance and work hard to create a successful experiment. Also, use these tips to help make your science project a success:

1. Choose your science project topic. The best and most successful science projects are based around topics that truly interest students. Therefore, decide what you want to research, ask a question that you’ve always wanted to answer, and develop a strategy for finding out the answer on your own through experimentation.

2. Research your topic. No matter how much you may already know about a topic, you can still learn more. Before you start your experiment, find out everything you can about a topic in order to make your experiment excellent and complete.

3. Plan the experiment. The plan should include information about your topic, what variables you will need to use during your experiment, how you will perform the experiment, how you will measure results, and a timeline for the execution of the experiment. Planning your experiment often takes as much time as actually working on the experiment!

4. Prepare. Gather materials and create a timeline that you will be able to follow.

5. Experiment. Execute your science project plan and take detailed notes (you’ll need these for your science project report).

6. Analyze the results. What happened during your experiment? What do the results of your experiment mean? Be sure to write your data down.

7. Write the science project report. The report should include background information about your project as well as details about your experiment. Take time to write a meaningful and thorough report.

8. Create an attractive science fair display. This display should catch the judges’ attention from 3 feet away and include a wide variety of important information about your science project.

9. Practice your presentation. Ask a friend or family member to review your presentation and ask you questions. Remember: judges like to ask you tough questions about your experiment, so make sure your comfortable answering them before the actual fair!

10. Go for it! On the day of the fair, the most important thing you can do is relax. You’ve been working on this project for weeks (maybe months). Dress nicely, smile, and don’t be afraid to explain your experiment in detail.

Science projects are fun ways to learn and show off your creativity. Work hard on your project to impress the judges…and explore and area that interests you. These tips should help you get well on your way to creating a successful project that you’ll remember for a lifetime.

If you’re ready to get going with your science project, your next step is to download a free copy of “Easy Steps to Award-Winning Science Fair Projects” from the link below right now.

Dee Schrock asked:




Astronomy science fair projects are great for students who are interested in the solar system, stars, planets and the universe. There are so many unexplained mysteries in the universe that it is always fun to try find out new information.

Kids are often fascinated by stars and planets, so this would likely be a fun category for them. There are many astronomy projects available, such as the classic solar system model, which can be fun for kids to do. The one problem with this particular project with the models is that it has been done many, many times, so it’s not very original and may not get the best grades.
Students should pick a topic that interests them and then go from there. Some suggestions for astronomy projects are understanding and identifying black holes, making their own sun dial, finding out how comets are formed, or what makes star twinkle.

You could also research and present the different phases of the moon, explain how the tilt of the Earth works, find out how to calculate the distance of the sun and the moon from the Earth by understanding eclipses, or how to build a homemade magnetometer to study how the Earth’s magnetic fields are affected by solar storms. There are endless possibilities; it’s simply a matter of picking a topic that your students would like to learn more about, and then researching and presenting their findings. Dividing the students up into groups and allowing them to do their own experiment within clear guidelines can also be exciting and fun for them.

Dee Schrock asked:




Biology science fair projects are focused on the study of all living things and the relationships between them. Biology refers to any living thing; plants or animals and how they live, how they grow, how they interact with one another and their environment and so on.

Biology can be broken down into three separate categories; botany, which is the study of plants, zoology, the study of animals, and microbiology, which is the study of microorganisms. To do a successful biology science project, you should choose the category that interests you the most. If you like animals, you might choose a project on finding out how fire flies glow and what they can teach us about life. If you enjoy plants you might choose a project that focuses on plants, such as finding out if seeds can germinate without soil. If microorganisms interest you, you might choose a project like researching to find out if yeast is a living organism.

Whichever biology science projects you choose to do your science fair project on, you should make sure you are capable of explaining your entire project. The judges want to know that you are knowledgeable about the subject you have chosen. You will also want to make your presentation pleasing to the eye, so be sure it’s very organized and tidy. There are many different topics to choose from when it comes to biology, so you should have no problem finding one that interests you and will capture the attention of you audience and the judges. Good luck!

Aurora Lipper asked:




Your display board gets a chance to speak about your elementary science fair project even before you get a chance to speak. So I would advise you pay some good attention to it, as this will be the first thing that the judges will examine.

Here are some elements that go into making the perfect display board for your elementary science fair:

Your Supplies: Your display board must be made up of hard cardboard or plywood. A wooden board may be very heavy to be carried around. It should consist of three panels that can be slightly folded to make the board stand on its own. Avoid using a poster board as it can get warped and fall over, causing you embarrassment. Cover the display board with a decent colored contact paper, fabric or wallpaper. Your Color Scheme: You must not use more than 3 contrasting colors. The background can be white, light blue, yellow or some light color. The title and the subtitles must have darker colors such as dark green, dark blue or red. Make your papers and reports stand out by putting a dark colored border made of construction paper around them. Never use neon colors as they do not look professional and would distract the onlooker from the theme of the project. Your Layout: Now we come to the most important part of your elementary science fair display. Your display board must be simple, and neatly organized. It must be inviting enough for people to come over and want to learn more about your project. Title: Your title is actually your conclusion in short. The letters used for the title should be large and should be placed on the top part of the central panel. Subtitles: Your subtitles must be slightly smaller than the title and can be made of self-sticking letters which you can buy from a local office supplies store. Pages displayed:The print on the report pages must be large enough with important points well highlighted so that the person standing at your display table can read them clearly. Although you can manually draw graphs, it is best to use a computer for tables, charts and graphs. Center of Attraction: Have an impressive graphic just below the title that will be the center of attraction of your display and that can lead the onlooker to other parts thereafter. Diagrams: Create relevant drawings using pencil first and then colors. Use an opaque projector if you have access to one. Photographs: Photographs display articles or equipment that cannot be carried to the elementary science fair. They also display you in action during different stages of the experiment. They make your display lively and tend to attract attention. A base: Your display board must be placed on a sturdy table covered with a light colored table cloth in keeping with your color scheme. Place neatly labeled copies of your abstract, project report and your journal on the table neatly. Model and Equipment: Place your model or demonstration equipment on the table besides your abstract, project report, and journal. A well made model can be the highlight of the display table. Avoid loose cables hanging from the table or the display board.

That’s about everything you need to know about making the perfect display board!

Now, before you get cracking with your newfound knowledge, I have a free copy of “Easy Steps to Award-Winning Science Fair Projects” for you, which you can download right now from the link below.

Madeline Binder asked:




If you’re reading this it is most likely that it is science fair project time and you are looking for the very best, Top Science Tips on the planet!

First tip: Do not wait until the very last second to decide what project you would like to do.

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There are quite a few types of kits to pick from. Quite a few are specified towards students that wish to do a project but don’t think they can create it on their own, and others provide you with the flexibility to design your very own experiments by using the kit. It’s one of the greatest ways to have a good fair project and fulfill your teacher’s specifications.

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