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| New York State's Science Olympiad Competition for Division C is held each spring. Based on the number of participating schools from around the state, the top two teams go on to compete in the National competition. This year's State Competition information: |
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Canisius College |
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Buffalo, NY |
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March 30 & 31, 2012 |
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Trial/Pilot Events
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Magnetic Levitation:
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Students will build up to two self-propelled “vehicles” powered by electrical energy supplied by batteries. The energy supplied by the batteries will be used to turn a propeller(s) and move the vehicle down a magnetic track. Students will also answer questions about magnetism, magnets, and their uses. Resources for this event can be found here. |
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- Geologic Mapping:
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Students will demonstrate understanding in the construction and use of topographic maps, geologic maps, and seismic reflection profiles and their use in forming interpretations regarding geohazard risk and subsurface structure. |
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Click on the event name to obtain the official rules.
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- Online scheduling for events that are designated as "Sign Up" on the State Schedule will be available from 8:00 PM on Sunday, February 26 until 8:00 PM Saturday, March 10. Any team that has not used the online scheduling form for events by 8:00 PM on March 10 will have to sign up for times at registration at Canisius on Friday, March 30.
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.Check the Rules Clarifications for C-Division events
Click here for the competition schedule and team numbers
Click here for the Event Room Assignments
Click here for a map of the Canisius campus
Click here for hotels recommended by Canisius or here for a list of hotels 10 miles or less from Canisius
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Click here for a history of the New York State Division C Tournament
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