Gaining Weight with Vitamins
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In this experiment, we'll be testing whether mice can gain weight with the help of vitamins. We'll be comparing the effects of a daily vitamin, Creatine Monohydrate, and a plain diet on three groups of mice.
Hypothesis
The hypothesis is that Creatine Monohydrate will be the most effective vitamin for weight gain in mice.
Method & Materials
You will need three sets of three mice of the same sex and different colors. Each group of mice will be fed a normal diet, except for two groups which will also be fed a vitamin supplement. The mice will be weighed every two days for a total of fourteen times a month.
You will need three sets of three mice, a dropper, a normal diet, Creatine Monohydrate, and Centrium (daily vitamin).
Results
The results of this experiment support the hypothesis that Creatine Monohydrate is the most effective vitamin for weight gain in mice. The white mice, who were fed Creatine Monohydrate, gained an average of 1.25 ounces over the period of a month, while the brown mice, who were fed Centrium, gained an average of 0.6 ounces.
Why do this project?
This science project is interesting because it tests the effects of vitamins on weight gain in mice, which can be applied to humans.
Also Consider
Experiment variations to consider include testing different types of vitamins, different amounts of vitamins, and different types of diets.
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