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Lab-Aids™ Investigating Plant Macronutrients Using Hydroponics

Description
Includes
Teacher's guide; MSDS packet; 28 student worksheets and guides; 36 germinating plugs; 6 greenhouses with detachable vented roofs; 6 germinating floats; 6 light shields for greenhouses; 5 seed packets; 1 bottle of each solution: Iron Chelate, Trace Element, Ca(NO3)2, CaCl2, KCl, KNO3, MgSO4 and KH2PO4
Requires
This lesson requires several weeks of observation following the initial setup lesson
Do plants only grow in soil? Not always. Sometimes they grow in water. This stimulating and fun kit includes uniquely designed Lab-Aids™ transparent plastic culture chambers that allow students to 'clearly' view plant growth and development in various nutrient solutions. The following experiments are included: Seed germination time comparisons; Plant growth time comparisons; Effects of nutrient deficiency; An understanding of hydroponics. This highly graphic and unique activity can be used individually or in groups at many grade levels. It is an excellent activity for science fairs or projects. Accommodates 2 classes, each with 6 groups of 4 students. Includes Teacher guide, student sheets, assessment questions and SDS for all chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Product Type | Kit: Investigating plant nutrients using hydroponics |
| Includes | Teacher's guide; MSDS packet; 28 student worksheets and guides; 36 germinating plugs; 6 greenhouses with detachable vented roofs; 6 germinating floats; 6 light shields for greenhouses; 5 seed packets; 1 bottle of each solution: Iron Chelate, Trace Element, Ca(NO3)2, CaCl2, KCl, KNO3, MgSO4 and KH2PO4 |
| Class Size | 24 Students |
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