SCIENCE FAIR 2024
THEME: "LIGHT: THE MAGIC OF VISION"
1- RAINBOW MAKER:
Demonstrate how white light is composed of different colors using a
prism or diffraction grating. (CD) or kaleidoscope.
Example: CD or DVD Experiment:
Materials: CD or DVD, white light source
Procedure:
1. Hold the CD or DVD at an angle to the white light source.
2. Observe the rainbow-like colors that appear due to the
diffraction of light.
Discuss the concept: Explain to students that white light is a
combination of all colors of the rainbow, and that different
materials can separate these colors.
By performing these experiments, students can visually understand
the composition of light and appreciate the beauty of the natural
world.
2.- REFLECTION
Explore the principles of reflection by building for example a
periscope to see around corners. Or other experiment that can
demonstrate the principle.
Example: Laser Beam Reflection
Materials: Laser pointer, mirrors, reflective surfaces (e.g.,
aluminum foil, glass)
Procedure:
o Shine the laser pointer onto a mirror and observe how the
beam reflects.
o Experiment with different angles and reflective surfaces
to see how the reflection changes.
Periscope:
Materials: Cardboard tubes, mirrors, tape
Procedure:
o Build a periscope using cardboard tubes and mirrors.
o Use the periscope to view objects that are not directly
visible.
Kaleidoscope:
Materials: Cardboard tube, mirrors, colored beads or confetti
Procedure:
o Create a kaleidoscope by placing mirrors inside a
cardboard tube and adding colored beads.
o Look through the tube and observe the kaleidoscopic
patterns created by the reflections.
3.- BIOLUMINESCENT DISPLAY:
Create a display featuring examples of bioluminescent organisms
(e.g., glow-in-the-dark bacteria, fireflies). And show an experiment of
bioluminescence. Watch Video on Classroom that we did in class with
highlighter ink as a homemade bioluminescence.
Create a display featuring examples of bioluminescent organisms
(e.g., glow-in-the-dark bacteria, fireflies) Bioluminescent Organisms in
the Ocean:
Have students research different marine organisms that exhibit
bioluminescence (e.g., jellyfish, anglerfish, dinoflagellates).
Discuss the ecological significance of bioluminescence in
marine environments.
Use clear plastic bags to create jellyfish-shaped models.
Fill the models with a mixture of water and amount of
highlighter - paint.
4.- REFRACTION:
Explore how light can trick our eyes with optical illusions.
The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another. Here
are some creative and engaging experiment ideas to explore this
phenomenon with students:
Classic Experiments with a Twist:
Coin in the Cup: Place a coin in a cup and fill it with water. From
a certain angle, the coin will appear to disappear. Have
students investigate the effect of different water levels and cup
shapes.
Arrows, pencil, image in water or other you can present
FAIR SETUP:
Display Tables: Set up tables for each project, they have to be
clearly labeled and have enough space for demonstrations.
Lighting: Consider using both natural and artificial lighting to
create a variety of conditions for experiments.
Backdrops: Decorate the fair with colorful backdrops or
banners related to light and science, and with each principle.
Each group will decorate their table and wall.
OBJECTIVE OF EACH GROUP:
Students will have to present a common PRESENTATION with:
THEORY OR HISTORY OF THE LIGHT PRINCIPLE THEY
HAVE TO INVESTIGATE ABOUT. They will have to talk
about the definition and theory and characteristics of
the theme.
OBJECTIVE OF THE EXPERIMENT THEY ARE ABOUT TO
SHOW: Each group has to demonstrate a good
understanding of the scientific principle involved, and
say what will be de objective of the experiment. What do
they want to prove.
PROCEDURE; They will have to explain step by step the
procedure of the experiments
CONCLUSIONS They will have to present the conclusions
of their experiments, and if they proved the objective.
