Teach your students how to grow microbes on an agar plate using the safe, visually stimulating microbe,
Halobacterium sp. NRC-1. Students learn the sterile and plate-streaking techniques used in biotechnology and the food and medical industries by following step-by-step instructions. This kit allows students at any level to practice sterile technique with a safe microbe. Your students will enjoy seeing the exciting results of their newly found skills. Can be used to teach AP® biology, biotechnology, and microbiology. Developed by Priya and Shil DasSarma in collaboration with Carolina Biological Supply Company. Designed for 32 students. Contains perishable materials.
Kit includes:
- Halobacterium Agar
- Halobacterium Culture
- Inoculation Loops for Streaking
- Petri Dishes
- Teacher's Manual with Masters for Student Worksheets
Needed but not included:- Hand Lens or Dissecting Scope
- Bunsen Burner
- Resealable Plastic Bags or Boxes