8th Grade Science Fair Project FAQ

What are some easy 8th grade science fair projects?

Each one of these easy science fair projects is ideal for eighth grade science students to learn important scientific concepts using readily available materials. These are terrific project ideas to get 8th grade students interested in science and have fun doing it!

• Static Electricity: What's Attracting?

• The Effect of Temperature on Fingerprints

• Soap and Surface Tension

• Bicycle Helmet Shock Absorption

• Glowing in the Dark

• Growing Plants from Fragmentation

• Extracting DNA from Onions

• Temperature and Solubility

• Viewing Sunspots

• Bacteria on Chopping Boards

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What is the best 8th grade science project ever?

We think the Extracting DNA from Onions science fair project is awesome for middle school students! This science project aims to demystify DNA by showing how easy it is to extract from onions and what DNA looks like when it's outside of the cell. It's a classic science experiment to learn about DNA and how DNA can be extracted from many kinds of cells. Check out the video on the project page where DNA is extracted from strawberries too! What other fruits and vegetables can you extract DNA from?

If you're looking for more 8th grade science projects, check out the 8th grade science fair projects at the top of this page! 

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What are some cool 8th grade science fair projects?

Get ready to be amazed by these super cool science projects for 8th graders! With just a few common items, get ready for have tons of fun with a cool science fair project!

• Soap Bubbles in Carbon Dioxide

• Extracting DNA from Onions

• Exploring Cave Formations

• Busting Acne Bacteria

• Glowing in the Dark

• Viewing Sunspots

• The Effect of Temperature on Fingerprints

• Soap and Surface Tension

• Viewing Sunspots

• Bacteria on Chopping Boards

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What are 5 testable questions for 8th grade?

A testable question is a question that we can answer through a science experiment. To do this, we do a control science experiment, then we change one thing in the experiment to see how it affects what happens. This is how we can discover the answer to our question! Eighth grade science students can use the following testable questions for a science fair project.

• Do detergents affect plant growth?

• Can drink and food taste different just by changing its color?

• Does the color of light affect photosynthesis?

• Does temperature affect seed sprouting?

• What makes popcorn pop?

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What are the top 10 science projects for 8th grade?

These are our top 10 science projects for 8th grade, with projects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering and Environmental Science. These projects can be used as science fair project ideas or as a fun experiment to explore different areas of science!

• Extracting DNA from Onions

• Growing Plants from Fragmentation

• Busting Acne Bacteria

• Soap and Surface Tension

• Bicycle Helmet Shock Absorption

• Glowing in the Dark

• Testing Fabric Types for Water Resistance

• Temperature and Solubility

• Viewing Sunspots

• The Greenhouse Effect

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Can I do a 8th grade science fair project in a day?

Yes! Quick experiments or making a model can be a great option for a science fair project! Since you're short on time, they all use readily available materials. Here are quick science fair project ideas to get you started.

• The Solar System: See it in the correct scale!

Create your own solar system model to scale on the sidewalk and take a walk through space! Solar System Scale Model on the Sidewalk

• Chromatography reaction: Separating out colors!

Have you ever wondered why leaves change color in the fall? Let's find out by using chromatography to separate the colors of a green leaf! Uncovering Fall Colors

• Heat reactions: Heat speeds things up!

Does the temperature of a room affect how quickly a candle burns? Burn Rate of a Candle

What are some hands-on ways to find inspiration for my science fair project?

Science museums are great places to explore if you're looking for inspiration for your next science fair project or just want to learn more about science. Science museums, natural history museums, space museums, and discovery museums are all great places to do that! You can discover all sorts of interesting things about science and find cool project ideas for science fairs.

There may be free admission days or free passes to a science museum near you! Check your local library for free museum passes, nearby science museums for free entrance days and your credit card for offers.

Find a science museum near you and prepare to be awed by all that you can learn there! I always learn something new and am inspired whenever I go to a science museum!

How do I start a science fair project?

Science fair projects are a fun and unique way to discover science by asking a question and doing a science project. We'll help you find a science fair project idea and guide you through the process of doing and presenting your science fair project with Science Fair Coach's Science Fair Project Guide.

What should I do after I have a science fair project idea?

If you have a science fair project idea, Science Fair Coach can help you turn it into a full science fair project! Starting at Science Fair Coach's Guide to the Scientific Method, we'll guide you through every step of the scientific method, from designing and conducting your experiment to collecting and analyzing your findings. Then, we'll help you showcase your results on a science fair board for others to learn from and enjoy.

How do I make a science fair board?

Your science fair board is where you show off your science fair project for everyone to see and learn from. With Science Fair Coach's step-by-step guide, you can make sure your science fair board stands out and impresses at the science fair!

Where can I find a science fair competition?

Science fair competitions are an excellent opportunity to explore science. One of the of the premier science advocacy organizations, the Society for Science, is associated with more than 400 science fair competitions in almost every US state, as well as over 70 other countries, regions, and territories. You can find out if there's a Society of Science affiliated science fair near you!

The WWW Virtual Library: Science Fairs website also has a collection of science fairs from all over the world, as well as national, state, regional, local, and virtual competitions!