Differentiation of Cells Experiment
kit #63
Cell Differentiation is a process by which development of a living organism is achieved. Through a series of progressive changes, a generalized cell transforms into a specialized cell. The more specialized the cell becomes; the less likely it is to divide. After the seeds germinate, students prepare slides, then watch living material differentiate before their eyes.
They will also observe generalized cellular divisions in meristematic root cap tissue and isolate specialized cells. In the final activity, students diagram and label the differentiated cells. This experiment can also be used for independent student investigation. MICROSCOPES ARE NEEDED.
- Observe differentiation of cells
- Prepare slides use microscopes
- Isolate specialized cells
- Observe generalized cellular divisions in root tip tissue
Content List in Differentiation of Cells Experiment is as follows:
| Quantity | Description |
|---|---|
| 30 | microscope slides |
| 30 | cover slips |
| 30 | single edge razor blades |
| 12 | germinating papers |
| 3 | two-section clear plastic petri dishes |
| 2 | drop controlled bottles of Balanced salt solution |
| 1 | vial of grass seed |
| 1 | vial of petrolatum |
| 1 | package of plastic picks |
| 30 | Student Worksheets and Guides |
| 1 | Teacher’s Guide with MSDS |
- Number of students
- 30
To complete this kit requires one ~50-minute class period.
