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Description
- Why are cells microscopic? The answer relates to the need for the cell to effectively bring materials in and remove waste.
- In this activity, students will create simulated cells (agar blocks) of different sizes and examine how effectively a substance is able to diffuse into the cell in a set period of time.
- A special indicator in the cells will allow students to visualize the degree of diffusion.
- The results will clearly display the fact that a smaller volume creates a more favorable condition for the exchange of material across a cell membrane.
- Kit contains enough materials for 5 groups of students.
- Teacher's Manual and Student Study Guide copymasters are included.
Specifications
Specifications
| Certifications/Compliance | Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) |
| Color | White |
| Grade | 7 to 14 |
| Age | 13 to 20 |
| For Use With (Application) | Life Science |
| Includes | 25 g Agar, 10 mL Bromothymol Blue Concentrate, 25 mL Hydrochloric Acid (2.0M), 6 Agar Block Casting Trays, 5 Plastic Cups, 5 Plastic Knives, 5 Plastic Stirrers |
| Class Size | 5 Lab Groups |
| Product Type | Diffusion and Cell Size Kit |
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