WHITE IBIS

The white ibis is a typical bird found in the Virginia Key. They usually lay 2 to 5 eggs at the time. They are monogamous, so usually nesting is in mixed colonies with different wading species. Their diet consists of fish, frogs, insects and some small reptiles. Both, females and males look alike. Adults avrege 65cm long and 95cm wingspan. They are completly white except for their black wingtips and reddish bills and leggs. Juveniles are brown.

Hood, J. (July 15, 2009). White Ibis, [photograph]. Retrieved July 22, 2009 from Picasa Web Album http://picasaweb.google.com/juliethehood/BeachDay2AnchorProgram09#5358817345253661042

MISSION TO MARS

Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, has experienced similarities to Earth. For example, a few years they hypothesised liquid water on Mars, but now they must test this hypothesis, and the best way would be to go to planet. They've also thought about live on Mars, but many scientists disagree. If I was chosen to be in this mission and I was going to Mars, I would have to be prepared for a long time in outer space. Mars is rich in carbon dioxide. Plants need carbon dioxide, so growing them in Mars would probably be succesful. Vegetables could be planted such as corn and potatoes. Plus the food the scientists give us, we should have enough food for our stay in Mars. The shuttle in which the team and me travel should be able to carry thousands of gallons of water, so we don't suffer of thirst. We would also have to build a house in space, but it would have to be 'Go Green'. Most important, we must be careful of the equipment we use so we don't pollute the planet. Many warm clothes should be packed up as Mars is colder than Earth.

3 Science Fair Project Ideas :)

1. Measuring Sugar Content of Liquid with a Laser Pointer.

I chose this project because I think it would be intresting to measure sugar with a laser point. I would like to find out if it's true that Coke Zero has no sugar at all, or any other Zero drink? If they really don't have sugar, what to they use to make the drinks sweet? This project would also challenge and teach me a lot, as many formulas are involved.

2. Investigating the 'Mpemba Effect': Can Hot Water Freeze Faster than Cold Water?

Would hot water actually freeze faster than cold water? By doing some research I found out that hot water cools down faster than cold water. I think this topic could be fun, that's why I chose it. If this is correct, that would mean that the best and fastest way to make ice cubes would be with hot water.

3. Build Your Own Telescope

I've always wanted to build a telescope, so I think this could a great opportunity, which I would learn a lot and have fun. Would I be able to see any other planet or their moons? I would find out if making my own telescope would help make observations. I also want to see if I'm capable to make a good telescope which will show me objects from great distances. My goal is to at least be able to see a planet's moon and make observations about it's orbital period.