These are some of the topics that students have investigated over the years.
Keep in mind that the list is not all inclusive and that you are encouraged
to think of your own imaginative research. Also, the method in which the research
is conducted is far important in determining a successful outcome than the initial
choice of topic.
- Factors affecting the hardness of wood.
- Social interactions amongst ants.
- How do mice react to different colours?
- A comparative study of bird populations.
- A study of a freshwater community.
- Dissolved and suspended solids in tap water and the Yarra River.
- The effectiveness of insulating materials.
- Thermal conductivity of metals and alloys.
- A comparative study of the strength of fishing line.
- Why do cars skid?
- Differences in tennis court surfaces.
- What influences the swing of a cricket ball?
- A study of the factors which cause a cricket ball to spin.
- The effect of dimples on the flight of a golf ball.
- Effect of smell on taste.
- The effect of twisting fibres.
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- Electrical conductivity of liquids.
- The aerodynamics of falling objects.
- The efficiency of a motor.
- What gives concrete its strength?
- Investigation of seaweed as an insecticide.
- An investigation into wet suit material.
- The effect of viscosity on wave speed.
- Acid content in rainwater.
- Efficiency of solar panels.
- Nocturnal activities of yabbies.
- Using plants as indicators.
- Heat absorption rates of different materials.
- The proper propeller for propelling propeller-powered planes.
- The effect of modifying glucose levels in the fermentation of beer.
- The stopping distance of different types of bike tyres.
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If you are having difficulties in choosing a topic, the following books are
available for overnight loan in the library and may well be useful to help you
choose a topic and conduct the investigation.
- A+ Projects In Biology (Janice Van Cleeve) 574.078 VAN
- A+ Projects In Chemistry (Janice Van Cleeve) 540.78 VAN
- The Complete Book Of Science Fair Projects (Julianne Blair Bochiniski)
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10 Experimental research project: possible topics