Course:VANT149/2024/Capstone/Science/Team20

Title

An Investigation into the Impact of Light Intensity and Duration on the Growth of Mung Bean Sprouts

Abstract

In order to explore the relationship between light and the height of plant seedlings, this experiment explored the changes in the height of mung bean sprouts from two aspects: light intensity and light time. The light duration is adjusted by using a black cloth covering, and the light intensity is controlled by adjusting the distance between the light source and the seed. A conclusion was reached through this experiment. The greater the light intensity, the shorter the bean sprouts will be. At the same time, the longer the lighting time, the shorter the bean sprouts will be. The reason for this result is that the growth of plant seedlings mainly relies on the energy stored in the seeds rather than light.

Biographies

Hongyu Shen is an undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia. She is currently enrolled in the Vantage program within the science faculty. She aims to choose a major related to biology or geography for her future academic development. By studying these subjects, she strives to achieve her university goals. Her main areas of academic interest include research on the human brain and nervous system, as well as geological changes and development.

Yue Huang is a science student at Vantage College of UBC. She is currently in her first year of university and focuses on mathematics, chemistry, and biology. Driven by her strong interest in chemistry and biology, she plans to earn a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.

Zhihao Chen is a science student at the University of British Columbia. She is currently doing research related to plant science with her partners. In her daily life, she enjoys growing plants in her home and observing them.