{"title":"6th Grade Food Science Science Fair Projects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"seeing-magnetic-field-patterns-in-3d-a2789","title":"Seeing Magnetic Field Patterns in 3D","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-100 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Compass.jpg\" alt=\"new and old compass\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Accent\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave a physics enthusiast in your classroom or home? This neat science fair project from Bill Beaty of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/amasci.com\/electrom\/statbotl.html#link\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Hobbyist\u003c\/a\u003e will actually allow your student to explore magnetic field patterns - in 3D!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMagnetic Fields\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnetic fields, caused by moving electrically charged particles and inherent in magnets,  are invisible \"bands\" that predict how magnetized objects will interact with one another and can be used as a guide to determine which direction a compass will point. Always running in a circle, magnetic fields have no discernible end, can be stretched (like a rubber band), and never cross. Additionally, magnetic fields always start at a magnetized object's north pole and end at its south pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents will create a magnetic field viewer from common household and workshop items with which to explore various magnetic field patterns. Beaty suggests holding a bar magnets in various positions for comparison:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one magnet. Hold it sideways 1\/2\" to 1\" from the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Magnetic-Field-Patterns-Side-to-Side.jpg\" alt=\"bottle and bar magnet side to side\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one magnet. Hold it up and down 1\/2\" to 1\" from the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Magnetic-Field-Patterns-Up-and-Down.jpg\" alt=\"bottle and bar magnet up and down\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse two magnets. Hold them sideways 1\/2\" to 1\" from the bottle. Have like poles directed toward each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Magnetic-Field-Patterns-Same-Poles.jpg\" alt=\"bottle with bar magnets on both sides same poles\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse two magnets. Hold them sideways 1\/2\" to 1\" from the bottle. Have opposite poles directed toward each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Magnetic-Field-Patterns-Opposite-Poles.jpg\" alt=\"bottle and bar magnets on both sides opposite poles\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor project instructions, a list of needed materials, a helpful video, and project variations and extensions, be sure to visit Science Hobbyist for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734092750873,"sku":"A2789","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Compass.jpg?v=1522781626"},{"product_id":"can-baking-soda-substitute-for-baking-powder-a2812","title":"Can Baking Soda Substitute for Baking Powder?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-461 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6031933591_ea689dc852_b.jpg\" alt=\"4th, 5th and 6th Cooking Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2011 Isabelle Palatin, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver been dreaming about your mom's famous chocolate cupcakes, decide to make them, only to find that you're out of baking powder? Ever wonder if baking soda would be a good substitute? If your child or student is interested in cooking and food science, this cool science fair project from Dr. Andrew Olson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/FoodSci_p008.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=cmlkOjg2NDA4MDQsc2lkOjAscDozLGlhOkZvb2RTY2k\u0026amp;from=TSW\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003eexploring that very question, is sure to be a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaking Powder v. Baking Soda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth baking power and baking soda are used as \u003cem\u003eleavening agents\u003c\/em\u003e - meaning they are added to baked goods (specifically \"quick breads\" like muffins, biscuits, pancakes, etc. that do not require yeast and hours to rise) before they're cooked because they produce carbon dioxide bubbles during the baking process, creating air pockets in the batter that expand when heated, and resulting in a fluffy (leavened) baked good. This concept is supported by the very texture of a muffin (or other type of quick bread) which appears very porous and \"meshlike\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaking soda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is pure \u003cem\u003esodium bicarbonate\u003c\/em\u003e and must be combined with moisture as well as an acidic ingredient in order to produce the chemical reaction needed for leavening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is actually a component of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaking powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Its other components include an acidic ingredient (usually cream of tartar) as well as a drying agent (usually starch).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe key concept\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: while they are used for the same job, whether a recipe calls for baking soda or baking powder, depends upon the other ingredients in the recipe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut since baking soda is a component of baking powder and cream of tartar is a readily available ingredient, it stands to reason that, should you find yourself out of baking powder, you could make your own substitution. This project sets out to explore this very concept through a bit of baking fun! Students (with the help of an adult, of course) are charged with the task of making five separate batches of their favorite muffins - the first batch making use of actual baking powder, while the last four are made using different ratios of baking soda and cream of tartar (i.e. homemade baking powder). Sounds like some yummy fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more background information on the project, step-by-step procedure (including a muffin recipe), directions on making muffin comparisons, several project variations, and additional project resources, be sure to check out the full science fair project at Science Buddies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101237785,"sku":"A2812","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/6031933591_ea689dc852_b.jpg?v=1522781677"},{"product_id":"does-a-persons-favorite-snack-say-anything-about-their-personality-a2834","title":"Does A Person's Favorite Snack Say Anything About Their Personality?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-524\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Snacks-Personality-Indicator.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eAfter encountering Dr. Alan Hirsch's book, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Flavor is Your Personality? Discover Who You Are by Looking at What You Eat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, Megan, seventh grade student and contributor to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.free-science-fair-projects.net\/science-fair-projects-about-snacks-as-personality-indicator.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFree Science Fair Projects\u003c\/a\u003e, wondered this very thing...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbig\u003e\"Can a person’s favorite snack choice can indicate certain aspects of their personality?\" \u003c\/big\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe broke the project down into two parts. In the first data collection session, Megan actually had her participants choose and eat their 'favorite' snack {from a selection of eight predetermined} then fill out a questionnaire that explored their snack preferences as well as how they viewed their personality. In the second data collection session, participants simply completed an online questionnaire. Snack choices were the invention of the participants and the subjects did not actually eat the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project - the questionnaire as well as Megan's results - be sure to visit Free Science Fair Projects!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143672345,"sku":"A2834","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Snacks-Personality-Indicator.jpg?v=1522781928"},{"product_id":"can-our-eyes-fool-our-taste-buds-a2835","title":"Can Our Eyes Fool Our Taste Buds?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/teacherweb.com\/CA\/MillikanMiddleSchool\/TheScienceDepartment\/photo6.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-530  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2011-Color-N-Taste.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Psychology Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Rowan Frances\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver wonder if what we see influences our perceptions of taste? If you're interested in finding out the psychology behind color and food, this project is for you! The cool thing is, there are lots of variations to this particular project...\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentifying Drink Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.education.com\/science-fair\/article\/can-eyes-fool-taste-buds\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eEducation.com\u003c\/a\u003e suggests doing the experiment with apple juice. Fill three containers with juice - 1) add red food coloring, 2) add green food coloring, 3) leave untouched. Have at least 20 volunteers test a sample of each - #1, #2, then #3 - and identify the flavor. Determine how many participants mis-identified the flavor to keep with the color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ehow.com\/info_8740081_science-whether-sight-affects-taste.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eeHow.com\u003c\/a\u003e suggests using club soda or Sprite\/7-Up. Fill four containers, adding a different color of food coloring to each, and invite participants to identify the flavor. [NOTE: The order of samples tested doesn't matter as much in this experiment as it did for the apple juice. However, make sure the order is consistent from volunteer to volunteer.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCitrus Scramble\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eeHow.com also recommends a fun fruit test using oranges and lemons. They invite you to test whether staging affects our perceptions of taste - by inviting participants to sit at a table adorned with oranges (some peeled, some not), blindfolding the volunteer, and switching out the orange slices to have them eat a slice of lemon instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJelly Bean Identification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.all-science-fair-projects.com\/science_fair_projects\/92\/90\/f6f68c898297547aecba911fe6f88ec7.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Fair Projects\u003c\/a\u003e suggests using jelly beans to determine whether our eyes can fool our taste buds. Divide participants into two groups - in the first group, participants will see the samples they're consuming and report on the flavor, but in the second group, participants will be blindfolded as they eat each sample and identify the flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project details, be sure to visit these great sites! While each experiment is great by itself, perhaps doing more than one will give you a more comprehensive look at color v. taste!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734143737881,"sku":"A2835","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2011-Color-N-Taste.jpg?v=1522781928"},{"product_id":"shake-it-up-which-soft-drink-spews-the-most-when-shaken-a2856","title":"Shake It Up! - Which Soft Drink Spews The Most When Shaken?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-669\" title=\"popcan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/popcan.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Chemistry Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: blog.lib.umn.edu\/paldr001\/myblog\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've all made the unfortunate mistake of opening a shaken can of soda only to have it come spewing out. Whether it was tossed around the trunk of the car on the way home from the grocery store or a friend decided to play a joke, shaking a can of soda causes bubbles of carbon dioxide to line the walls of the can. When the tab is popped and the can is opened, pressure is released, forcing the bubbles to expand. The bubbles need to escape, so they force all of the liquid above them out of the can. Hence, the sticky soda mess!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver wonder if different types of soft drinks, when shaken up, spew the same amount? Or if some spew more than others? Great for upper elementary and early middle school students interested in chemistry {and soda!}, gather various types of soft drinks and get shaking!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThings to think about...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniform method for shaking {so all samples are shaken with the same vigor for the same amount of time, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod for measuring the amount of liquid lost to \"carbonation spew\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod for measuring average initial carbonation of various types of soda {will come in handy when analyzing experiment results}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734169952281,"sku":"A2856","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/popcan.jpg?v=1522782088"},{"product_id":"keeping-drinks-hot-a2871","title":"Keeping Drinks Hot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-784\" alt=\"Chemistry and Food Science Fair Projecr\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4694605032.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWhether you're a coffee, tea, or cocoa drinker, if you plan to enjoy a hot beverage, chances are one of your main goals is keeping the drink hot while you enjoy it. Ever wonder what factors affect how fast a hot beverage cools? For those students interested in chemistry and food science, this is the perfect science fair project to tackle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuestions to consider...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eDoes the shape\/size of the mug have an effect on the rate at which the liquid cools? - i.e. tall vs. short, narrow vs. wide, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the composition of the cup have an effect on the rate at which the liquid cools? - i.e. paper, plastic, Styrofoam, glass, clay, stainless steel, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do travel mugs compare? - i.e. double wall insulated vs. single wall, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the addition of sweeteners and\/or cream have an effect on the rate at which the liquid cools?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother important concept to consider is what is the optimal drinking temperature for hot beverages (or the acceptable range). The answer to this is probably different for each specific person, but on average, according to Brown and Diller and their study of burns and the optimal temperature for serving hot beverages found in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/18226454\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePubMed\u003c\/a\u003e, they found that the preferred drinking temperature of their test sample was 140+\/-15 degrees F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHowever you design your science fair project and what variables you choose to test, we highly recommend doing this with adult supervision since you'll be working with hot liquids that can burn!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Resources}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencekids.co.nz\/projects\/keepdrinkshot.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Kids: Keeping Drinks Hot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734186795033,"sku":"A2871","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4694605032.jpg?v=1522782188"},{"product_id":"which-gum-brand-lasts-the-longest-a2876","title":"Which Gum Brand Lasts the Longest?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-816\" alt=\"Upper Elementary Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3157484213.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nChewing gum; while flavor is key when purchasing a pack of gum, another important factor that weighs into decision-making is how long that flavor will last! Perfect for upper elementary students interested in physical science, we found a fun project shared by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hubpages.com\/hub\/Science-Fair-Project-Which-Gum-Lasts-the-Longest\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eVirginia Lynne\u003c\/a\u003e that explores which of the popular gum brands is the best buy based on which has the longest-lasting flavor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find lots of inspiration for setting up your own experiment - a step-by-step procedure, an example recording sheet for data collection, sample results, etc. Not to mention, there are several suggested project extensions that you might consider looking in to!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Virginia's site to check out all the details!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734191317017,"sku":"A2876","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3157484213.jpg?v=1522782216"},{"product_id":"are-all-sugars-the-same-a2879","title":"Are All Sugars The Same?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg align=\"center\" size-full=\"\" wp-image-837=\"\" alt=\"Middle School Chemistry Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/sugar-testing.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver wonder if table sugar is the same as sugars found in honey, fruits, etc? For middle school students who are interested in chemistry, this science fair project  from Michael Calhoun of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.education.com\/science-fair\/article\/sugar-testing\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEducation.com\u003c\/a\u003e that compares various forms of sugar is sure to be a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo provide a foundation for the experiment, consider a more in-depth look at the following terms...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSucrose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFructose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonosaccharides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisaccharides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's great about this experiment is that you won't need a bunch of specialty equipment in order complete it. Test tubes and reagent tablets for urine sugar testing are the only two things you may not have on hand or readily available!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full write-up - including background information, a list of materials, step-by-step procedure, and sample conclusion, be sure to visit Education.com!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734192660505,"sku":"A2879","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/sugar-testing.jpg?v=1522782224"},{"product_id":"exploring-the-preservative-qualities-of-various-spices-a2881","title":"Exploring the Preservative Qualities of Various Spices","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Microbiology Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/5519129659.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor middle school students interested in microbiology, this is sure to be a great science fair project to check out! It addresses the issue of food spoilage; specifically how different spices, naturally found in the environment, can be used as to preserve foods due to the antimicrobial and anti-fungal compounds they contain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpices you might explore...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOregano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurmeric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarlic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThyme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoriander\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVanilla beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[NOTE: Use the actual spices or explore the effects of the active \"preservative\" ingredient found in the spice - i.e. carvacrol, which is present in oregano, thyme and pepper; eugenol, which is found in cinnamon, cloves and allspice; vanillic acid, the active ingredient in vanilla beans and coriander, etc.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for an example procedure to help set up your experiment, check out this project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/MicroBio_p016.shtml#procedure\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003e for some inspiration!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734194003993,"sku":"A2881","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/5519129659.jpg?v=1522782232"},{"product_id":"harnessing-the-suns-rays-for-cooking-a4391","title":"Harnessing the Sun's Rays for Cooking","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4391.jpg\" alt=\"Using Solar Energy for Cooking Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar energy is a low-cost technology that can be used to heat homes, power lights, and even boil water\/cook food. This cool science fair project from Quinton Stowell of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.qstowell.webspace.virginmedia.com\/sunbrella\/index.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunSpot\u003c\/a\u003e explores harnessing the sun's energy for cooking and, for middle school students interested in engineering (specifically in energy and power), is sure to be a fun project to check out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou've probably seen various projects floating around the web that use a cardboard box and aluminum foil to create a solar oven. What's cool about Quinton's project is that it makes use of an umbrella as a base for the portable solar grill! A fun new twist \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e great way to give an existing product a new purpose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt his project page you'll find a list of needed materials as well as directions for creating your own “sunbrella” (as he calls it). 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