I. Introduction:

For my inquiry project, I intend to investigate how does salt affect the boiling point of water? The question came to mind for me, as I watched my mom cook rice. I wondered if Salt, or any added substance would slow or fasten water, when attempting to reach boiling point. To answer my question, I will conduct several trials of an experiment in which I will make different salt concentration solutions and boil them. The solution that reaches boiling point first will determine my answer, after several trials. With my experiment, I hope to prove salt's affect on water.

II. Hypothesis:

If I boil 5 solutions of different salt concentrations, then the solution with the least amount of salt will boil the fastest.

III. Materials:

25 containers of equal size (i.e., single-serve yogurt containers)

Fresh water

2 cups of salt

Thermometer

Stove

Several small, equal...