Monday, April 26, 2010

Progress 5

"Which brand of paper towels is more effective in absorbing a liquid"

Independent variable:
  • Paper towels - 5 different brands of paper towel to carry out the experiment.
Controlled variable:
  • Amount - only one paper towel will be used to absorb the liquid
  • Liquid - the liquid will be kept consistent by setting up a perimeter in which the liquid could travel.
Recorded by how long it takes the paper towel to completely absorb the type of liquid.


Background research -
  • Weaving patterns on the paper towel and how the weaving pattern helps to absorb the liquid. How each paper towel has a different weaving pattern - factor which controls the absorbing ability of the paper towels
  • Paper towels - purpose and how it is effective

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