Working in groups, students use molecular models to explore the energy yielding oxidation of glucose. Each group is assigned a step of the Krebs cycle to model. Students determine what is released and/or consumed during their reaction and what energy related change occurs. They learn concepts central to cellular respiration and how the concepts apply to the reaction they model. This enables the entire class to understand the overall process by which cells harvest chemical energy from glucose.
Recommended as a supplement or extension to AP® Biology Lab 5 or for Pre-AP®, honors, or college prep biology courses. Kit contains enough material for 8 groups of up to 4 students.
/!\ WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD--Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.
