Observe and identify a problem at home or in your community. Design and conduct simple science investigation to address the chosen problem. As you go along with the science investigation, be able to provide the needed information found in the table below. Note: Observe precautionary measure in handling tools and materials needed for the investigation. Make sure to seek guidance from your parents/guardian in doing the activity. If the tools are not available, you can innovate and find a replaceme
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A common problem in many households is the efficient growth of plants. This investigation will explore how different types of water affect the growth of bean plants. The goal is to determine which type of water (tap, distilled, or rainwater) results in the tallest plants.Scientific Investigation: Plant Growth and Water Type1. Problem: How does the type of water (tap, distilled, or rainwater) affect the growth of bean plants?2. Hypothesis: Bean plants watered with rainwater will grow taller than those watered with tap or distilled water.3. Materials:3 bean seeds3 identical potsPotting soilTap waterDistilled waterRainwater (if available, otherwise, substitute with another water source)RulerMeasuring cupSpray bottle (optional)Work area (table or counter)Gloves (optional, for handling soil)Magnifying glass (optional, for observing plant growth)Notebook and pen for recording data4. Procedure:Preparation:Fill each pot with potting soil, leaving a small space at the top. Label the pots as "Tap," "Distilled," and "Rain."Planting:Plant one bean seed in each pot, following the instructions on the seed packet for depth and spacing.Watering:Water each pot with the corresponding water type (tap, distilled, or rainwater). Use the same amount of water for each plant (e.g., 50ml).Observation:Observe the plants daily for germination.Data Collection:Measure the height of each plant every other day, recording the measurements in a notebook.Experiment Duration:Continue the experiment for 2-3 weeks, or until significant differences in plant height are observe.
