Division C Rules Clarifications

Be sure to monitor and read the National Rules Clarifications issued by National Science Olympiad
All rules clarifications issued by National Science Olympiad also apply to all New Jersey Regional and State Tournaments.

National Science Olympiad Rules Clarifications

2010 New Jersey Clarifications

Epi Challenge - Up to 4 alternates may compete in the EpiChallenge event. For smaller teams, a single alternate or regular team member may compete in the Epi Challenge event. Teams may add 4 alternates to compete in the EpiChallenge event in addition to the alternates already on a team. Medals and ribbons will be awarded to students competing in the EpiChallenge event. Points will be awarded at each regional and included in the total team scores as indicated on the first page (bullet number 5) of the EpiChallenge event rules.

Ornithology - New Jersey will be using the National Bird List for the Ornithology event at all 2010 NJ Tournaments

Write It Do It - Lego Blocks will be used for all Write It Do It events at the 2010 NJ State Tournament. Regionals may use other materials.

Forensics - The use of testing equipment for the determination of DO, BOD, COD, etc is not available for the Forensics C event under Competition 3 Part B. Concentrate on the use of reagents as the means of ID.