Science Fair Projects
Fertilizer Effects on Algae Growth

Blooming Algae!
Katrina
Grade 4 Age 9
Mississippi, U.S.
(Home School)

Purpose: To determine the effect of fertilizer (such as farm run-off) on the growth of algae.

Procedure: 4 jars of pond water. 1 jar is control; other jars have measured amounts of fertilizer (10 ml, 25 ml. and 10 ml. with cover). Place jars in sunshine.

Conclusion: Fertilizer causes algae bloom. This can harm the pond and pond life.

With the Millipore Microbiology Test Kit will be able public health agencies to test algae. Whta makes the the Millipore membrane filter special is that it is comprised of pure cellulose with tiny, uniform-diameter pores. That means that it can trap particles as small as cigarette smoke.