Innovating Science™ Forensic Chemistry of Document Analysis Kit

Description

Includes

Teacher's manual and student guide, analysis copy-masters, three different brands of felt-tip markers, chromatography solvent (15 x 30mL), 15 silica gel chromatography sheets, capillary tubes. Enough materials for 15 tests.

Requires

Chromatography chambers (15 x 500mL beakers), 15 test tubes, aluminum foil

Help solve a crime.

The school library's computers have been stolen. Left behind was a ransom note demanding money. Can students determine which marker was used to write the note?

• Use thin-layer chromatography to separate the ink on the note and ink found in markers tied to possible suspects
• Review evidence as to whether or not the ransom note could have been written with a particular marker

Specifications

• Certifications/Compliance: 49 CFR 173.4
• Color: White
• Grade: 7 to 14
• Age: 13 to 20
• For Use With (Application): For thin layer chromatography
• Includes: 3 felt tip markers, 15 x 30mL chromatography solvent un1170, 15 silica gel chromatography sheets, capillary tubes, Teacher's manual and student study guide copymasters
• Quantity: 1
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 9.75 x 6.25 x 4 in.
• Class Size: 15 Lab Groups
• Product Type: Forensic Document Analysis Kit