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10) Sound and Vibration Explorer πŸŽΈπŸ“’

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🏎 Sound and Vibration Explorer STEM Project 🎸🔊 This investigation into waves requires you to build a simple musical instrument (like a monochord or a rubber-band guitar) to explore the relationship between vibration and sound . You will investigate how frequency (pitch) is affected by string length and tension . The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This phase involves defining your experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must complete sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question Research Question: “How does changing the length or tension of a vibrating s...

9) Color and Prisms Project 🌈

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🏎 Color and Prisms Project STEM Project 🌈 This beautiful optics project explores the phenomenon of dispersion , where white light is separated into its constituent colors (the spectrum ). You will investigate how a prism or similar material works to bend different wavelengths of light at different angles, demonstrating key principles of light and color theory . The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How does the light source or the pris...

8) Light and Lenses Explorer πŸ”¦πŸ”

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🏎 Light and Lenses Explorer STEM Project 🔍📑 This optics project focuses on refraction and the properties of lenses . You will investigate how convex (converging) and concave (diverging) lenses bend light to create different types of images , exploring concepts crucial to telescopes, microscopes, and eyeglasses. The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How does the shape of the lens affect the characteristics (magnification, ...

7) Electromagnet Crane Challenge πŸ§²πŸ”—

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🏎 Electromagnet Crane Challenge STEM Project 🧭🔗 This captivating project involves building an electromagnet and testing the factors that influence its magnetic field strength . You will use it as a model crane to lift metal objects, exploring the connection between electricity and magnetism ( electromagnetism ). The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How does the amount of current or the coil count affect the lifting power ...

6) Electric Circuit Builders – Series & Parallel πŸ’‘

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🏎 Electric Circuit Builders – Series & Parallel STEM Project 💡 This essential electronics project involves building and comparing Series and Parallel circuits. You will measure how connecting components (resistors/light bulbs) differently affects the voltage, current , and overall brightness or resistance of the circuit, demonstrating fundamental concepts of Ohm's Law . The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How do the two cir...

5) Magnetic Levitation Explorer – Maglev Train 🧲

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🏎 Magnetic Levitation Explorer – Maglev Train STEM Project 🧭 In this fascinating project, you will construct a basic model of a Maglev (Magnetic Levitation) train to demonstrate the non-contact force of magnetism . You will explore how magnetic repulsion can be used to reduce friction and allow for near-frictionless movement, illustrating a key concept in advanced transportation technology. The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How do...

4) Elastic Launcher Challenge – Catapult πŸͺ€

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🏎 Elastic Launcher Challenge – Catapult STEM Project 🧸 This fun project involves building a simple catapult or elastic launcher to explore how stored Elastic Potential Energy (EPE) is converted into Kinetic Energy (KE) . You will analyze factors like the launch angle and the pull-back distance to maximize projectile range or accuracy. The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How does the amount of energy stored in the elastic material (E...

3) Energy in Motion – Kinetic vs Potential (Marble Roller Coaster) 🎒

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🏎 Energy in Motion – Marble Roller Coaster STEM Project 🏖 In this dynamic project, you will design and build a marble roller coaster to explore the fundamental principles of energy conservation . You will demonstrate the continuous conversion between Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE) and Kinetic Energy (KE) and analyze how friction affects motion. The project is divided into two main phases: Quarter 1 for Design & Trifold Preparation and Quarter 2 for Building & Testing your model. 💡 Phase 1: Concept & Design & Trifold Preparation (Quarter 1) This critical phase involves defining the entire experiment, documenting the design plan, and preparing all non-data sections of your trifold display. You must prepare sections 1 through 5 below for your Quarter 1 deadline. 1. Hypothesis and Research Question How does the starting height of the marble aff...