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'''Laminated Problem Cards'''
# '''Removing Coffee Stains'''
#* Problem: Coffee stains on a white shirt.
#* Hint: Consider using household items like vinegar or baking soda.
# '''Preventing Rust on Tools'''
#* Problem: Rust forming on gardening tools left outside.
#* Hint: Explore coatings or storage solutions.
# '''Keeping Apples Fresh'''
#* Problem: Sliced apples turning brown quickly.
#* Hint: Investigate the role of lemon juice or other natural preservatives.
# '''Cleaning Tarnished Silver'''
#* Problem: Silver jewelry losing its shine.
#* Hint: Look into chemical reactions involving baking soda and aluminum foil.
# '''Getting Chewing Gum Off Shoes'''
#* Problem: Gum stuck on the sole of a shoe.
#* Hint: Test freezing or dissolving methods.
# '''Melting Ice Faster'''
#* Problem: Ice taking too long to melt in a cooler.
#* Hint: Experiment with salt or other substances.
# '''Improving Plant Growth'''
#* Problem: Plants not growing well in certain soil.
#* Hint: Examine soil pH and nutrient levels.
# '''Reducing Static Cling'''
#* Problem: Clothes sticking together after drying.
#* Hint: Consider fabric softeners or dryer sheets.
# '''Creating a Homemade Lava Lamp'''
#* Problem: Making an eye-catching, reusable lava lamp.
#* Hint: Investigate oil, water, and effervescent tablets.
# '''Cleaning Cloudy Glassware'''

* Problem: Glassware coming out of the dishwasher cloudy.
* Hint: Test vinegar or rinse aids.

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# '''Question'''
#* What is the problem you are trying to solve or the question you want to answer?
# '''Research'''
#* What do you already know about this problem?
#* Gather information from reliable sources.
# '''Hypothesis'''
#* What do you think will happen?
#* Write a clear statement predicting the outcome (e.g., "If I do X, then Y will happen because...").
# '''Experiment'''
#* '''Variables:''' Identify the independent variable (what you change) and dependent variable (what you measure).
#* '''Materials:''' List all items needed for the experiment.
#* '''Procedure:''' Write step-by-step instructions to test your hypothesis.
# '''Data Collection'''
#* Record observations and measurements during the experiment.
# '''Conclusion'''
#* Was your hypothesis correct? Why or why not?
#* Summarize what you learned from the experiment.