The research in education is undertaken to improve the existing educational process. The dynamic school science programmes need continuous feedback through relevant research in science education, and in this direction we have to go a long way. The National Science Teachers' Association (1982) has stated some fundamental objectives of science teaching as (i)to provide scientific and technological knowledge. (ii)to use skills and knowledge of science and technology as they apply to personal and social needs. (iii)to enhance the development of attitudes values and appreciation of science and...