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Microbial Fuel Cell Kit

The Microbial Fuel Cell is also sold separately and includes 2 sets of neoprene gaskets, a cation-exchange membrane, and carbon fiber for electrodes. The cation-exchange membrane can be reused many times. Note: Sold only to high schools, universities, colleges, and businesses.

Kit Includes: (all * items are included in the Refill Kit)

Fuel Cell with 2 Sets of Neoprene Gaskets
Cation-Exchange Membrane
Sodium Phosphate*
Glucose*
Methylene Blue*
Potassium Hexacyanoferrate*
Carbon Fiber for Electrodes*
Set of Leads
Whiz-Away™ Wipe Cloth*
Manual

Needed but not included: Distilled Water, Active Dry Yeast, 5- or 10-mL Serological Pipets or Syringes (for measuring fluid and loading the cell), Digital Voltmeter (that measures 0.4–0.6 V and 1–50 mA).

Advanced - For experienced high school and college classes; requires some technical skill.

Investigate cellular respiration
Explore an alternative fuel source
See microbes in a new light

Use this high-quality fuel cell in an exciting cross-curricular lab that explores cellular respiration, electrical currents, microbiology, and the need for alternative fuels.

The fuel cell uses the metabolic activity of ordinary baker’s yeast to create a small electric current; its design is based on original research done by Dr. Peter Bennetto, formerly of King’s College, London. Chemicals arrive dry, in premeasured amounts.