This is a collection of journals from individual research projects completed by Selah students in Mr. McMillen's class, including the 2000 & 2001 Washington State Science Fair High School Championship Teams (all 9th graders!).

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences

Other Science

Life Sciences:
2001 - 2002

The Development of Antibiotic Resistance in E. coli  By: Jonathan A.

 

Alternate Methods of Testing Seed Viability  By: Amanda A.

 

The Effect of Variations in a Hydroponic Environment on Raphanus sativus  By:  Carissa H.

 

The Effect of Irradiation on the Nutritive Value of Beef  By: Mara L.

 

Effectiveness of Various Decomposers on the Nutrient Levels of Yard Waste  By Monique C.

 

How Does the Amount of Arsenic and pH in Soil and Water From Different Areas of Yakima County Affect the Plant Growth of Phaseolous vulgarius?  By Vanessa R.

2000 - 2001

The Effect of Mycorrhizae on the Growth and Development of Daucus carota. By: Carrie S. 

 

The Effect of Moisture and Stacking Height on High-Alpha Variety Hop Pellets  By: Jonathan P.

 

What Type of Compost Has an Optimum pH Level?  By Katie O.

 

Evaluation of Nutrient Levels in Orchard Soils.  By: Naomi L.

1999 - 2000

Factors That Cause Degradation in Oncorhynchus DNA by Lindsay B. 

The Effect of Freezing and Thawing Rates on Cryonic Treatment of Caenorhabditis elegans by Carmel L

1998 - 1999

The Effect of Cryonics on the Viability of Sea Urchin Gametes By Stephanie A.

How An Average Of Zero Gravity Affects Hydroponic Plant Growth By Zach H.

Physical Sciences:

2001 - 2002

Vitrification of Hazardous Materials to Reduce Environmental Contamination  By: Elisa B.

Which Type of Ocean Wave Energy Converter Produces the Most Power?
By Briston T.

The Heat of Crystallization of Several Hydrated Salts  By: Michael E.

The Effects of Flame-Retardant Chemicals on Various Species of Evergreen Trees  By: Amanda G.

The Effect of Woofer Orientation on Bass Response  By Laura W.

The Effect of Different Isolation Tables and Developing Times on a Hologram's Range of Color  By: Ashley D.

On A Curved Fan Blade Which Degree Of  Pitch Will Produce The Most Electric Power From A Wind Generator?  By Reese C.

Luminescence of Zinc Sulfide After Exposure to Different Light Sources  By: Bethany G.

The Effect of Temperature Extremes on the Tensile Strength of Metals  By Stefhanni J.

How do bullet mass, powder type, and amount effect bullet velocity?  By TJ F.

Which Thickness of Polyethylene Plastic Stretches the Least?  By Katie W.

2000 - 2001

Which Vegetable Oil Biodiesel is an Effective Substitute for Diesel Fuel? By: McKayla S.

 

How The Depth of a Well Affects the Nitrate Content in the Water.  By: Brianne N.  

 

Comparing Sound Absorption of Acoustical Foams.  By: Robert D.  

 

Which Thickness Of Insulation Will Hold In The Most Heat?  By: Naomi R.

 

The Effect of the Hydrogen Ion Concentration of the Colorants of Foods.  By: Brianna B.

 

How The Use of Different Box Materials Affects the Bass Response of a Speaker.  By: Dane F.

 

What Brand of Fireplace Pellets Burn the Longest and Produce the Most Heat? By: Curtis F.  

 

A Comparison of Hard Water, Softened Water and Reverse Osmosis Water.   By: Leanne S.

Other Science:

2001 - 2002

Soil Permeability's Impact On The Movement Of Pollution To Ground Water  By Brady L.

 

What Type of Erosion Control Product Works Better in a Furrow Irrigation System?  By: Ashley E.

2000 - 2001

The Effect of Martian Surface Temperatures on Modern Secondary Batteries.  By: Whitney T.

 

How Magnetic Interferences Affect Computer Networks.  By: Ross S.


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