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Naked Egg Drop

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In this science project learning exercise, students create a container that catches a raw egg and prevents it from breaking. They measure that the container is under 19.5 inches in width and length. Students also calculate their scores from the drop point to the top of the container.

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height, measurement, length, width

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container, height, length, measurements, raw egg, registration, width, science
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7th - 9th
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Science
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