A Study of Enzymes in Seeds
kit #67
Your students gain a complete understanding of the process of starch digestion by plant enzymes, using this individualized lab activity. Seeds that have been soaked overnight are used to illustrate several concepts.
- Understand process of starch digestion by plant enzymes
- Locate starch granules in two seed types
- Test catalytic strength of enzymes
- Determine time factors for enzymatic starch digestion
- Determine the relative strength of enzymes
Content List in A Study of Enzymes in Seeds is as follows:
| Quantity | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Teacher’s Guide with MSDS |
| 30 | Student Worksheets and Guides |
| 15 | Treating dishes, 3-section clear plastic |
| 3 | Lugol's solution, bottle |
| 18 | Droppers |
| 1 | Absorbent paper, pkg |
| 5 | Soaking containers with bean seeds |
| 5 | Soaking containers with pea seeds |
- Number of students
- 30
- Number of groups
- Maximum 15 groups
To complete this kit requires one ~50-minute class period. 5 per chamber (2 chambers per kit)
