Scientific Report

Osmosis Investigation
Date: Names:

Introduction
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Question Hypothesis

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Methodology: Describe your experimental design, including the preparation of salt

solution, the process of immersing potato slices, and how you will collect data.
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 Data Analysis Table:
Effects of Salt Concentrations on Potato Mass through Osmosis

AVERAGE Percentage Change in

Salt Concentration (g/100mL) Initial Potato Strip Mass (g) Final Potato Strip Mass (g) Percentage Change in Mass (%)
Mass (%)

Complete the following key info:

1. Control variable:______________________________________________________
2. Independent Variable: ________________________________________________
3. Dependent Variable:__________________________________________________
4. Conclusion:
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 Graph

Interpretation of the results.

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Bibliography

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