How Does Caffeine Addiction Affect the Growth and Development of Plants
School Name
Chapin High School
Grade Level
12th Grade
Presentation Topic
Biochemistry
Presentation Type
Non-Mentored
Abstract
Caffeine is the most commonly consumed drug worldwide. Despite its wide consumption, caffeine is often not thought of as a drug by both common people and medical professionals, leading to many people to be consuming more caffeine that may be healthy. This study aims to simulate the effects of caffeine on human development through administering caffeine to Wisconsin Fast Plants (Brassica Rapa). The hypothesis is that the plants who are receiving caffeine will grow at a much faster rate, but be less healthy overall (weaker stems, yellow leaves, fewer leaves, etc.).
Recommended Citation
Edwards, Griffin, "How Does Caffeine Addiction Affect the Growth and Development of Plants" (2020). South Carolina Junior Academy of Science. 174.
https://scholarexchange.furman.edu/scjas/2020/all/174
Location
Furman Hall 118
Start Date
3-28-2020 8:30 AM
Presentation Format
Oral and Written
Group Project
No
How Does Caffeine Addiction Affect the Growth and Development of Plants
Furman Hall 118
Caffeine is the most commonly consumed drug worldwide. Despite its wide consumption, caffeine is often not thought of as a drug by both common people and medical professionals, leading to many people to be consuming more caffeine that may be healthy. This study aims to simulate the effects of caffeine on human development through administering caffeine to Wisconsin Fast Plants (Brassica Rapa). The hypothesis is that the plants who are receiving caffeine will grow at a much faster rate, but be less healthy overall (weaker stems, yellow leaves, fewer leaves, etc.).
