Does Mass Affect Soybean Emergence?
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In this experiment, we'll be testing to see if the mass of a soybean seed affects its emergence. We'll be using five different masses of soybean seeds to see which one grows the best.
Hypothesis
The hypothesis is that the mass of a soybean seed affects its emergence.
Method & Materials
You will select soybean seeds of five different masses, conduct a standard germination test, and perform a hypocotyl elongation test.
You will need soybean seeds of five different masses, a standard germination test, and a hypocotyl elongation test.
Results
The results showed that the control grew the best in the standard germination and the hypocotyl elongation. Sample 2 and sample 3 were the best germinating seed sizes for both of the tests, but only by a small margin.
Why do this project?
This science project is interesting because it tests the effect of mass on the emergence of a soybean seed, which is something that has not been studied before.
Also Consider
Variations to consider include testing different depths of planting, different types of soil, and different temperatures.
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