Nematode Study
kit #34
This kit offers students a very effective means for learning about living organisms. Students extract nematodes and explore their characteristics and structure. Sampling is easy as Nematodes can be extracted from almost any type of soil sample. Everything needed to extract nematodes is included in this kit. The Lab-Aids® Nematode Extractor (Pat. No. 3,520,421) can be used over and over again by your classes. A microscope is necessary for this activity, which requires 24 hours.
- Experience and study live, harmless nematodes
- Explore characteristics and structure of nematodes
- Develop microscope technique
Content List in Nematode Study is as follows:
| Quantity | Description |
|---|---|
| 10 | Lab-Aids Nematode Extractor Funnel |
| 10 | Lab-Aids Nematode Extractor Perforated Disc |
| 10 | Lab-Aids Nematode Extractor Tripod Stand |
| 10 | Rubber tubing |
| 10 | V-clamp |
| 10 | Microscope slide |
| 10 | Cover slip |
| 10 | Examining dish |
| 1 | Formaldehyde solution, Drop control bottle |
| 1 | Methylene blue stain, Drop control bottle |
| 1 | Filter tissue, 100 count |
| 1 | Teacher’s Guide with MSDS |
- Number of students
- variable (depends upon number of students per group)
- Number of groups
- Maximum 10 simultaneous groups
To complete this kit requires at least part of one ~50-minute class period for set-up then, 24 hours later, another ~50-minute class period to examine the nematodes.
