out by Sandys Secondary School and Bermuda Institute students, who are examining the levels of carbon monoxide emission from motor vehicles to determine its effects on the Island's air quality. "We know that motor vehicles contribute to air pollution. And Bermuda's air pollution is getting worse,'' said Sandys Secondary School science teacher Mr. Owen Roberts.

Students are therefore looking at several factors which can contribute to motor vehicle pollution including the vehicle type and age, whether it is fuel injected or uses a carburettor, how often it is serviced and the effect of diesel and gas in the environment. "They are taking exhaust directly from cars. And they are studying the Clean Air Act to see if the pollution is in keeping with its standards,'' he said, adding that students are collaborating with the Biological Station's Dr. Kent Simmons. Having gathered the data, students will write letters to Parish civic leaders to share their findings and put forward recommendations, said Mr. Roberts. They will also send copies to Cabinet members. Said Mr. Roberts: "This shows how the end results of investigative science contributes to decision making and problem solving. It is not just an academic endeavour. "Students will see how the work of scientists can go beyond academic pursuits,'' he noted, "which I think is very important because students need to see how science is used.'' Findings from the pollution experiment as well as other projects will be showcased at Sandys Secondary School's science fair on March 1 and March 2, 1995. "The work displayed will be the results of actual investigative science,'' said Mr.

Roberts. Another project includes a rocket experiment by Sandys fourth year physics class. Students designed and built three rockets, which they successfully launched, to help them understand the concepts of linear motion and projectiles, said Mr. Roberts. "The science is not from a textbook. All projects are the results of hands-on experience in applying science.'' PHOTO LIFT-OFF -- Fourth year Sandys Secondary physics students launch their home-made rocket while a motor cycle division police officer checks its speed with his radar gun.