What is the best problem to solve for an IB Design Lab on acids and bases?

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The discussion centers around developing a project idea for a design lab focused on acids and bases. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the specific course and the detailed assignment description to effectively identify a relevant problem to solve. Suggestions for potential problems include exploring the effects of different concentrations of acids and bases on various materials, investigating the environmental impact of acid rain, or examining the role of pH in biological systems. The need for clarity on the assignment's requirements is highlighted as crucial for guiding the project development process.

Dec 27, 2010

sheilalala

I need some help with developing an idea for my design lab. it is a lab where we must come up iwth a problem to solve on our own. This time we are to discover something new about acids and bases. What would be a good problem? thank you!

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The two questions for us to know first are, what is the specific course which has this assignment, and what is the exact assignment description?

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