Description
Product Details
Provide a hands-on enzyme lab that incorporates real-world aspects about lactose intolerance. This lab integrates topics including evolution, single-nucleotide polymorphisms, geography, physiology, and the use of controls. Students test baby formula, milk, and other controls in the presence and absence of lactase, and measure the activity of the enzyme by using glucose test strips.
Materials are sufficient for 8 groups of students working in groups of up to 4. Can be completed in two 20–30 minute sessions.
Product Features
- Hands-on enzyme lab
- Use glucose test strips to measure enzyme activity
- Materials for 8 groups of up to 4 students
- Time requirement, two 20–30 minute sessions