Choosing Your Science Research Project Idea

The video explores various everyday curiosities and problems, such as choosing the right mask, understanding the spread of germs, optimizing skateboard speed, and environmental impacts of ponds versus trees. It also covers practical solutions for mosquito repellents, preventing apple browning, and burger caramelization. Additionally, it encourages conducting household experiments to gather data and improve noise levels at recess.

What was the first curiosity mentioned in the video?

• Green pond water

• Which mask to wear

• How far germs spread

• Speed of a skateboard

What did the narrator wonder about the green pond water?

• If it can be used for irrigation

• If it attracts mosquitoes

• If it is better for the environment than trees

• If it is safe to drink

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What problem did the narrator face with mosquitoes?

• They were breeding in the pond

• They were too many to handle

• They were not attracted to the device

• They were resistant to repellents

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What issue did the narrator have with apples?

• They were too expensive

• They were too sour

• They were too small

• They turned brown

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What is caramelization related to in making the best burgers?

• The cooking temperature

• The type of meat

• The fat content

• The amount of salt

What did the narrator want to experiment with at home?

• Different cooking methods

• Various solid substances

• Various types of masks

• Different types of plants

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What methods did the narrator plan to use for the experiments?

• Different chemicals

• Hot and cold water

• Various temperatures

• Different light sources

What was the issue during recess?

• Too many students

• Not enough activities

• Lack of supervision

• Noise level was too high

What did the narrator want to achieve with the recess noise?

• Make it quieter

• Add more activities

• Increase the noise

• Change the location

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3