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Bacteria Study

Kit #160
$140.55
Bacteria Study

Students conduct the classic Leeuwenhoek bacteria experiment in this individualized, self-paced kit. Paralleling methods performed over 300 years ago, students observe and identify bacteria using a microscope.

Details at a Glance

  • 1 Day | 1 ~50 minute class period
  • 1 Activity
  • Accommodates 2 classes, each with 15 groups of 2 students
  • Consumables service 60 students
  • Requires a water source

Complete Kit Equipment Package

Bacteria Study
#160
$140.55

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Scientific Concepts

• Culture bacteria
• Prepare bacterial smears and stain them using Gram stain
• Observe and identify bacteria

Guides & Student Sheets

Our kits and modules provide you with everything you need so you can open, review, and teach the material confidently the next day.

  • Full downloadable Teacher Guide with background information, detailed instruction, example data and answers
  • Downloadable Student Sheets with age appropriate background information, full procedure(s), and analysis questions
  • All materials necessary to carry out the investigation
  • Safety Data Sheets

Kit Components

  • 60 Plastic transfer pics
  • 30 Microscope slides
  • 6 Transparent infusion containers
  • 2 Droppers
  • 2 Gram's iodine solution, Vial
  • 2 Crystal violet stain, Drop control bottle
  • 2 Methylene blue stain, Drop control bottle
  • 2 Safranin stain, Drop control bottle
  • 1 Beans, Pkg.
  • 1 Hay, Pkg.
  • 1 Peppercorns, Pkg.
  • 30 Student Worksheets and Guides
  • 1 Teacher’s Guide with MSDS
  • Not included and needed for instruction: Microscopes.

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