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Elementary School - Grades 4-6
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How does preservation method affect the storage of lettuce?
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The Effect of Various Milk Pasteurization Temperatures on Bacteria Growth
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Which liquid preserves a cucumber the best: cola, white vinegar and carbonated water?
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The Effectiveness of Various Preservatives on the Color of Applesauce
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Determine if absorbent materials could help preserve produce.
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Do preservatives prevent mold from growing on store bought bread much more than on home made bread?
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Find out if letting cookie dough sit in the refrigerator for 48 hours before baking it makes cookies taste better.
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Food Safety Science Fair Projects and Experiments
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Middle School - Grades 7-9
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Investigate the effects of copper on mould development
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Determine the effects of honey on extending the shelf life and preserving fruits and vegetables.
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Determine what preservatives keep fruit from turning brown the longest.
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Comparing Different Fruit Pastes as a Preservative in Baked Goods
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How Much Longer Does It Take Bread with Preservatives to Grow Mold Than It Takes Bread without Preservatives?
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Investigating the Anti-Bacterial Properties of Turmeric on the Shelf Life of Milk
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How Do Food Preservatives Affect the Growth of Microorganisms?
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The Effect of Anhydrous Ammonia on the Dehydration Rate of Plant vs. Animals Cell (Food Preservation)
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Examines the levels of harmful bacteria that grow in baby food after it has been opened and used in both refrigerated and room temperature environments.
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Determine if dehydrating fruits inhibits spoilage rate.
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Microwave Radiation's Effect on the Growth of Bacteria
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Food Safety Science Fair Projects and Experiments
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High School - Grades 10-12
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Compare the antioxidant effects of natural and synthetic food preservatives.
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Why does organic milk last so much longer than regular milk?
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A third-world refrigeration method
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Food Safety Science Fair Projects and Experiments
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Useful Links
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Science Fair Projects Resources
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Food Science Resources
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Chemistry Resources
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Citation Guides, Style Manuals, Reference
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Safety Resources
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Food Science Fair Books
    
    
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