{"title":"6th Grade Earth Environmental Science Science Fair Projects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"cloud-formation-a2792","title":"Cloud Formation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter  wp-image-115\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Thunderstorm.jpg\" alt=\"shoreline thunderstorm\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWith their wide variety of sizes and shapes, clouds are one of the most beautiful weather phenomena. Because they can be so varied at times, your students will be amazed to learn that all clouds are made of the same thing - condensed water or ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCloud Formation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClouds are categorized into three groups based on altitude. While each different cloud \"type\" within these groups has unique forming conditions, here are the basics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight on the surface of the Earth (both land and water) causes water to evaporate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the water molecules rise, they encounter cooling temperatures and lower air pressure causing them to condense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen these condensed molecules collect dust particles clouds are formed!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this hands-on science fair project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.all-science-fair-projects.com\/project282_21.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAll Science Fair Projects\u003c\/a\u003e, students will explore the conditions needed for clouds to form by creating a cloud bottle - and actually \u003cem\u003eforming\u003c\/em\u003e clouds! Be sure to visit the project page for a supply list, detailed, step-by-step instructions (with helpful graphics), and a summary of the basic science principles to be discovered. Not only will this be a helpful learning exercise (students must understand \u003cem\u003ewhy\u003c\/em\u003e temperature, pressure, etc. affect cloud formation or else they'll have a hard time successfully making their own), it makes a dynamic science fair display. How often will your guests get to make and release their own clouds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: This project makes use of matches so be sure to have an adult 'assistant' throughout the experiment and fair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eIf you are in need of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epreschool supplies\u003c\/a\u003e or any \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-34-teacher-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e in general you should take a look at our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093340697,"sku":"A2792","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Thunderstorm.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"what-type-of-car-antifreeze-is-the-most-environment-friendly-a2804","title":"What Type of Car Antifreeze is the Most Environment Friendly?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-478 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3252951636_33b62406b1_b.jpg\" alt=\"Middle School Environmental Science Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2009 Anthony Easton, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat type of car antifreeze is the most environment friendly? Emily, a Washington state seventh grader, set out to find the answer! Here's an overview of her project, perfect for students interested in chemistry - specifically environmental pollution!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntifreeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its chemical components (specifically the ethylene glycol), conventional antifreeze, if disposed of improperly, can harm plants, animals, and even humans. Under Federal regulations, antifreeze is not a listed hazardous waste, but careless treatment of the product (i.e. disposal in storm sewers, septic systems, water ways, or even on the ground), can often result in hazardous conditions and effects. The good thing is, antifreeze can (and should!) be recycled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmily predicted that it would be this recycled antifreeze that would be the least harmful to the environment. For the experiment, she gathered several types to observe their effect on controlled patches of grass. The dependent variable to be observed for comparison was grass growth\/height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a description of the experiment design, procedures used, actual results, conclusions, and a sample research report, be sure to visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.selah.k12.wa.us\/SOAR\/SciProj2000\/emilyp.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEmily's project site\u003c\/a\u003e on Selah School District's science fair project page!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supply\u003c\/a\u003e store by visiting mpmSchoolSupplies.com. The website offers all kinds of great educational products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-37-school-furniture.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eschool furniture\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-43-pocket-charts-cards.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epocket charts\u003c\/a\u003e for teachers!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734097895449,"sku":"A2804","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3252951636_33b62406b1_b.jpg?v=1522781657"},{"product_id":"factors-that-affect-the-rate-of-evaporation-a2815","title":"Factors That Affect the Rate of Evaporation","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-455\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/394437451_120487e28b_o.jpg\" alt=\"6th, 7th and 8th Grade Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2007 Matt Scott, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaiti, a sixth grade science fair participant and athlete, became interested in evaporation when she learned that the concept helped to keep her and her teammates cool on the basketball court during practice and games. As we exert ourselves, our bodies produce sweat (a liquid) which evaporates when it meets the air, taking some of our body's excess heat with it. The flip side of this phenomenon is that, if we don't replenish our body's store of water and continue to exercise, we can become dehydrated. (Be sure to read the full article on sweat at Kids Health!) Interested by this delicate balance, Kaiti wondered what external factors affected the rate of evaporation - and which of the factors affected it the most!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaiti decided to explore three external factors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor each test, Kaiti measured 100mL of water into shallow containers, exposed them to the \"elements\" for 180 minutes - using a small fan to simulate wind and a humidifier to control room humidity - then measured the water left in each dish at the end of the allotted time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor her original hypothesis, list of materials, experiment procedure, conclusions, and research report, be sure to check out Kaiti's project page! Along with humidity, wind, and temperature, you might also consider testing exposed surface area, room size, and other variables for a more complete picture of how evaporation works!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/kidshealth.org\/kid\/talk\/yucky\/sweat.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eWhat's Sweat? | Kids Health\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.selah.k12.wa.us\/soar\/sciproj2006\/KaitiD.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Effect of Wind Speed, Air Humidity, and Air Temperature on Evaporation Rate | Science Project 2006\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.vtaide.com\/png\/evaporation.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFactors Affecting the Rate of Evaporation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734102253593,"sku":"A2815","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/394437451_120487e28b_o.jpg?v=1522781684"},{"product_id":"speed-of-seismic-waves-a2818","title":"Speed of Seismic Waves","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/seismograph.jpg\" alt=\"seismograph\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.sciencebuddies.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those students who enjoy research and historical data, here's a geology science fair experiment created by Dr. Andrew Olson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.com\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/Geo_p016.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=cmlkOjk1MTM5NTksc2lkOjAscDoxLGlhOkdlbw\u0026amp;from=TSW\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003e. Using data collected and archived by the Berkeley Digital Seismic Network, students will be able to measure how fast seismic waves travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportance of Seismograms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA seismograph detects and records ground motion caused by earthquakes and even large explosions. The output, called a seismogram, displays this movement as a function of time - in short, it shows how long it takes each seismic wave to travel from the earthquake epicenter to the recording station. Using historical seismograms of past earthquakes, students will be able to calculate the wave speed of the quakes by measuring the distance between the two points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Olson suggests brushing up on some background terms and information before beginning, learning about tectonic plates, seismology, coordinated universal time, and even the physics of waves. Next, students should begin researching past earthquakes, recording the magnitude, time (in coordinated universal time), and epicenter location. They'll need to find ten to twenty quakes in roughly the same location in order to make a complete analysis. From the seismogram created using the recorded data, students can then find the average velocity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor tips on using the Berkeley Digital Seismograph Network, reading a seismograph, making proper calculations, drawing conclusions, project variations, and other pertinent details, be sure to visit the full project description at Science Buddies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734104219673,"sku":"A2818","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/seismograph.jpg?v=1522781696"},{"product_id":"pizza-box-solar-oven-a2822","title":"Pizza Box Solar Oven","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-293 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Solar-Oven.jpg\" alt=\"solar oven\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Simon Fraser University\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested in cooking and alternative sources of energy {oh yeah, and yummy treats!}, this project designed by the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nmsea.org\/Curriculum\/4_6\/pizza_box_oven\/pizza_box_ovens.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNew Mexico Solar Energy Association\u003c\/a\u003e(NMSEA) is a perfect combination!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this experiment, you will create your own pizza box solar oven explore {and observe!} several concepts relating to passive solar energy...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow sunlight can be used as a source of energy - both as a direct heat source and through reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow dark surfaces absorb and contain the energy from sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow heat from the sun can be trapped and used to create an insulating effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePizza Box Solar Oven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the oven, you'll need a large pizza box, aluminum foil, black construction paper, clear plastic wrap, masking tape, and string. For a complete supply list and detailed directions, be sure to visit the full article at NMSEA. Here are several videos that will also help you create your own oven:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=b6mOT-hgqfQ\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSolar Cookers: The Pizza Box Solar Oven\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xbwliZJiHe8\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHow to Turn a Pizza Box into a Solar Oven\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e[NOTE: These directions may vary from those provided by NMSEA!]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter creating the device, test it by cooking something small {like a hot dog!}. Remember that it takes a lot of energy to cook food and it will take even longer when attempting to harness solar energy. Also, it is important to remember that the position of the sun changes throughout the day, making it necessary to change the positioning of your pizza box oven as well. As you get the hang of it, work your way up to a batch of cookies or something equally tasty to share with your science fair visitors!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105301017,"sku":"A2822","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Solar-Oven.jpg?v=1522781702"},{"product_id":"egg-in-a-bottle-a2827","title":"Egg in a Bottle","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-428   \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/192717282_e1bd3012ae_z.jpg\" alt=\"Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Grade Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2006 RatRanch, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis egg in a bottle project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencefairadventure.com\/ProjectDetail.aspx?ProjectID=66\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Fair Adventure\u003c\/a\u003e would be a great fit for the upper elementary\/early middle school crowds (grades 5 and 6). Using a peeled hard-boiled egg, a bottle, and matches, you'll learn about the various properties of air pressure that have a direct affect on weather, as well as other concepts like aerodynamics. How? By using these same properties to get an egg into and out of a bottle \u003cem\u003eundamaged\u003c\/em\u003e.\n\nFor the full project write-up, suggestions for completion, and a brief conclusion, be sure to visit Science Fair Adventure! [NOTE: This project does call for a hard-boiled egg and the use of matches. For safety, have an adult around for help and supervision!]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734139281433,"sku":"A2827","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/192717282_e1bd3012ae_z.jpg?v=1522781901"},{"product_id":"microwaves-and-plants-a2833","title":"Microwaves and Plants","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-413  \" title=\"536846759_15a32fcf39_o\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/536846759_15a32fcf39_o.jpg\" alt=\"Cool Elementary Earth Science and Botany Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto ©2007 Tim Patterson, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're probably wondering what kind of science fair project involves plants and a microwave! We stumbled across this interesting project - from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.execonn.com\/sf\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMarshall Dudley\u003c\/a\u003e as well as \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eclecticscience.net\/experiments\/001-microwave-plants\/detailed.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEclectic Science Network\u003c\/a\u003e - and even thought there were mixed results, we thought it might be a fun concept to explore. The project attempts to determine whether microwaved water {that has been allowed to cool before watering} has a negative affect on plant growth.\n\nDudley's granddaughter noticed a significant difference, whereas Jared Graham {creator of Eclectic Science} and his students didn't observe any difference between the plants watered with microwaved water and those watered with stove-boiled water. Be sure to visit both sources for project procedures, suggestions for project completion, and conclusions!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734140985369,"sku":"A2833","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/536846759_15a32fcf39_o.jpg?v=1522781911"},{"product_id":"tornado-in-a-box-a2855","title":"Tornado in a Box","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-663\" title=\"Tornado in a box\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Tornado-in-a-box1.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Earth Science and Weather Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: instagram.com | hardroadlilly\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe were inspired by this \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/p\/SgAn8AtEN3\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eInstagram\u003c\/a\u003e picture taken by Lilly, a Canadian student teacher, to do a little digging on the topic of tornadoes. While we've heard about the tornado in a bottle, the concept of a tornado in a box was new to us and, after checking it out, we have to admit it's pretty cool! Great for upper elementary students interested in earth and environmental sciences, specifically weather and atmospheric phenomena, the tornado in a box offers a great visual aid demonstrating the power these natural disasters can wield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create your own tornado chamber, we suggest using these directions from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.crh.noaa.gov\/ict\/educate\/torbox\/Tornado-In-A-Box.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe National Weather Service\u003c\/a\u003e. Clear and concise, with great photos to go along with the written directions, the boxes constructed using these directions have been used in official public weather training programs and {if followed correctly, of course!} have been proven to work. Before putting the work into creating your own, if you want to see tornado chambers in action, check out these YouTube videos:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=E55EtqgN9FU\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTornado Box: 4th Grade Science Fair Project\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=T0DN1EV1fbc\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTornado Machine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the tornado chambers make great demonstrations, David Dewey, eighth grade participant in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.usc.edu\/CSSF\/History\/2012\/Projects\/J0807.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e2012 California State Science Fair\u003c\/a\u003e, hypothesized that along with the exhaust fan speed, the water temperature used would also affect the size of the tornado, and developed an experiment to test it. You can check out highlights of his project by reading his submission summary, and hopefully it will inspire project ideas of your own!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734167986201,"sku":"A2855","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Tornado-in-a-box1.jpg?v=1522782076"},{"product_id":"recycled-water-does-it-effect-plant-growth-a2859","title":"Recycled Water - Does It Effect Plant Growth?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-693\" alt=\"536846759\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/536846759.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eFor students interested in botany, ecology, and recycling, this science fair project that studies the effects of different types of water - grey water, black water, and tap water - on plant growth is sure to be a hit! Designed by a Memphis junior high school student, the project requires little in the way of supplies and can be completed with little to no expert guidance. Note, however, that this project requires the observation of the effects of the water samples on plant growth\/deterioration which could take several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDawson's project premise was to determine if untreated grey water and\/or black water could be recycled, reducing wasted resources. However, you might also expand the project to include treated samples {i.e. boiled, filtered, etc.} to better understand grey water and black water treatment and uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor inspiration in designing your own project, click the link below to view Dawson's full report:\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sememphis.org\/Documents\/sciencefair\/Dawson%20Presentation.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Effects of Grey and Black on Plant Growth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734173622297,"sku":"A2859","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/536846759.jpg?v=1522782111"},{"product_id":"how-clean-is-the-air-you-breathe-a2874","title":"How Clean is the Air You Breathe?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-802\" alt=\"Environmental Science and Geology Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6588131357.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nWhile it may seem to the naked eye that the air we breathe is clean and clear, the reality is, whether they're tiny particles or in gas form, most air pollutants are invisible. For those students interested in ecology and environmental science, this project from Alexa Bach McElrone, independent contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.education.com\/science-fair\/article\/dirty-air\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation.com\u003c\/a\u003e, is sure to make an interesting study!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best part is the project can be as simple or as complex as you make it. For younger students, the petroleum jelly sensor offers a great opportunity to check various areas in the neighborhood and community for the presence of particulate pollution. For older students, we highly recommend expanding the project to include a study of gas pollutants. If you're tech-\/electronics-savvy, consider creating your own gas pollution sensors to measure carbon monoxide, diesel fumes, exhaust, etc. You can find a great tutorial for creating air quality balloons over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instructables.com\/id\/Air-quality-balloons\/?ALLSTEPS\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eInstructables\u003c\/a\u003e and there are plenty of other tutorials online as well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs with many things, when it comes to air quality, looks can be deceiving. We're certain you and your classmates will be amazed at results of this project!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734188335129,"sku":"A2874","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/6588131357.jpg?v=1522782198"},{"product_id":"make-your-own-wind-turbine-science-fair-project-a4421","title":"Make Your Own Wind Turbine - Science Fair Project","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Engineering%20and%20Wind%20Energy%20Science%20Fair%20Project.jpg\" title=\"Middle School Engineering and Wind Energy Science Fair Project Idea\" alt=\"Middle School Engineering and Wind Energy Science Fair Project Idea\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003e© Hans Hillewaert \/ \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCC-BY-SA-3.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those students interested in engineering and environmental science, this wind turbine project from Yvon, contributor at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.instructables.com\/id\/Junior-Wind-Turbine\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eInstructables\u003c\/a\u003e, is sure to inspire some great project ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the tutorial as a guide for creating miniature turbine models, students might explore how various design components effect voltage\/electrical output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurbine size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade size\/shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, students might measure how wind speed, turbine location, etc. might effect the performance of the turbine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Other Interesting Resources}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencekids.co.nz\/sciencefacts\/energy\/windenergy.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Kids: Wind Energy Facts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/learn.kidwind.org\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eKid Wind Project\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734195347481,"sku":"A4421","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Engineering_20and_20Wind_20Energy_20Science_20Fair_20Project.jpg?v=1522782241"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/6588131357.jpg?v=1530027701","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/6th-grade-earth-environmental-science-science-fair-projects\/topic-plants.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}