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Immobilised algae

Immobilised algae for studying photosynthesis
Students immobilise algae in calcium alginate, then use the entrapped cells to study photosynthesis by placing them in hydrogencarbonate indicator solution and observing the colour change as the carbon dioxide is depleted.

 

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Soil bacteria and natural biotechnology Imprimer Email

Fagiolo_ITA didactic use of soil bacteria from nodules on leguminous plant roots

 

Hands-on activities enabling students to extract bacteria from nodules of leguminous plant roots, to grow them and infect roots of different leguminous plants.

This activity can be done in a multiphase project starting from the growing of soil bacteria  and free living nitrogen fixing bacteria using EIBE protocols

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Immobilised yeast Imprimer Email

yeast.pngImmobilisation of yeast in calcium alginate beads

A practical method of immobilising yeast cells in calcium alginate is described. The entrapped cells can then be used to ferment sugar solutions. The volume of carbon dioxide produced can be measured.

 

 

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Oyster cap mushrooms Imprimer Email

mushrooms.pngHow to grow oyster mushrooms at home

Oyster cap mushrooms can easily be grown on clean, moistened toilet paper. This method is a good introduction to mycology, particularly for younger school pupils, because after the initial incubation the mushrooms appear within days. Investigations into the effect of light and ventilation on the shape of fruiting bodies can also be carried out.

 

 

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Peeling citrus fruits Imprimer Email

orange.pngPectinase provides a gentle way to peel citrus fruits

A simple practical protocol, allowing students to investigate how enzymes may be used to remove the peel from citrus and other fruits.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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