Scientific Principles for School Project

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Start date May 16, 2009
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The discussion centers around a school project requiring a file on a scientific principle. Participants express confusion over the assignment's vague nature and suggest that understanding the class curriculum could help clarify the topic. Suggestions for specific scientific principles are requested, emphasizing the need for simplicity and time efficiency. The conversation highlights the importance of narrowing down the focus based on the student's current learning. Ultimately, clear guidance on the assignment is sought to facilitate the project completion.

May 16, 2009

dhruv_arora

I have got some holiday homework from school and have to make a file on anyone Scientific Principle, i did not get what they meant. Can u list out some scientific principles which won't take much time for the project.

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May 16, 2009

nickjer

That is too vague. What are you learning in that class? Maybe that could help us out a bit to narrow it down.

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