I’m gearing up to start my science project soon and would love your suggestions! I’m in second year (Irish) and had a few ideas, but my teacher mentioned they were too complex. I’m looking for something more manageable. I did something similar with geography but focused on a different topic. I’m open to any ideas you might have—thanks in advance!
I have a science project that I’ll have to start soon. Any ideas?
Here are some simple yet interesting science project ideas suitable for a second-year student:
Plant Growth Experiment: Investigate how different types of light (natural light, LED light, or fluorescent light) affect the growth of plants. You could use small pots and some easy-to-grow seeds like beans or radishes.
Homemade Volcano: Create a mini volcano using baking soda and vinegar. You can experiment with different shapes or sizes of the volcano and observe the reactions.
Water Filtration: Build a simple water filter using materials like sand, gravel, and charcoal. Test the effectiveness by filtering dirty water and comparing the results before and after filtration.
Balloon Rocket: Use a balloon, string, and a straw to create a balloon rocket. You can measure how far it travels with different sizes of balloons or by changing the weight it carries.
Solar Oven: Make a simple solar oven using a pizza box, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap. Test how well it can cook s’mores or heat up food on a sunny day.
pH Indicator from Red Cabbage: Create a natural pH indicator using red cabbage juice. Test various household liquids (like lemon juice, baking soda solution, etc.) to see how their acidity or alkalinity varies.
Egg Drop Challenge: Design a contraption to protect an egg from breaking when dropped from a height. You can experiment with different materials to see which design works best.
Static Electricity Experiments: Explore static electricity with simple items like balloons and small paper pieces. Test different materials to see which create more static charge.
Choose a project that interests you, and don’t hesitate to consult your teacher for any specific guidelines or limitations. Good luck with your project!