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Effectiveness of Biodegradable Plastic in Preventing Food Spoilage
- Author:
- Catherine R. Zhang and Jill Carter
- Focus:
- Biodegradable, Environmental Sciences, Food spoilage, Plastic
Most people put little thought into the type of plastic wrap they use to store their leftovers. This study investigates the differences between biodegradable plastic wrap and non-biodegradable plastic wrap in their ability to prevent food spoilage. Does one work better than the other? Read more to find out!
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The Effects of Birth Order on Indicators of Academic Success Among High School Students of Multiple Ethnicities
- Author:
- Sarah Geil and Michael Petelle
- Focus:
- Academic performance, Birth order, Social Science
In many cultures and for many centuries, the implications of birth order have been examined. Birth order has been shown to affect personality, accomplishments, and even career choice. This study investigated the impact of birth order and ethnicity on two measures of academic success in high school: a student’s grade point average (GPA) and the number of Advanced Placement (AP) classes he or she took.
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From the Editors: What is real science all about?
- Author:
- JEI Editorial Team
Find out what the JEI editors believe real science entails, and read a brief introduction to our first published article!