Mohs hardness scale was invented by Friedrich Mohs in 1812. Since that moment, the Mohs hardness scale has assisted geologist in determining the identity of minerals. With innovating science’s Mohs hardness kit students, will become familiar with Mohs hardness scale and develop vital skills that…

Kit Includes: 30mL Methylene Blue Loefflers Solution 30mL Methylene Blue Saturated, 1% in IPA/Water 30mL Carbol Fuchsin Solution 30mL Carbol Rose Bengal Solution 30mL Crystal Violet, 1% Alcohol DOT Info: Small quantity exemption 173.4 THIS PACKAGE CONFORMS TO 49 CFR 173.4 for domestic highway or…

Each 4? x 14? x 1? lab pillow absorbs 0.22 gal(750 ml) of solvent. Not to be used on hydrofluoric acid. 18 Lab Pillows DOT Info: Non-regulated

Catalysis is a basic principle of chemistry and biochemistry. Some reactions are autocatylic; the product of the reaction actually catalyzes further reactions. The reaction is initiated with acid and produces acid to continue the reaction. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* …

In this lab you will learn the history of the discovery of DNA and DNA structure. Understand the nature of genetic inheritance and the role of DNA and proteins in genetic expression while using biological detergents, enzymes, and ethanol to isolate DNA from plant material. You need to supply the…

Though similar in function, soaps and detergents differ in chemistry and performance. Students will examine the similarities and differences in the properties of soap, hand dishwashing detergent, and machine dishwashing detergent, all provided in the kit. Activities include testing pH, examining…

The mixture to be analyzed by column chromatography is applied to the top of the column. The liquid solvent (the eluent) is passed through the column by gravity or by the application of air pressure. Equilibrium is established between the solute adsorbed on the adsorbent and the eluting solvent…

Weather impacts everyone, everyday in some way and the meteorologist that study weather patterns are our best source for information. This experiment provides students with the experience of being a meteorologist. It includes studies of pressure changes and creating their own barometer. Studies of…

Understand the importance of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids in living organisms. Students will learn to identify a positive test result for proteins using biuret reagent, examine the reaction between Benedict’s reagent and a simple sugar, use iodine/potassium iodide to test for the presence of…

For blood typing using real human blood. 5 mL vials contain enough antisera for 75 students. Sample will keep over one year with proper refrigeration. FOR EDUCATIONAL USE ONLY. NOT FDA APPROVED FOR CLINICAL USE. DOT Info: Non-regulated

Show how silicates of divalent ions are insoluble in water whereas silicates of monovalent ions are soluble. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS1.B Performance Expectations: MS-PS1-2 Cross Cutting Concepts: Patterns Engineering Practices:…

In this experiment the indicator eriochrome black T (EBT) is used to signal the presence of ions in the water sample. EBT binds with free metal ions in the water to form a pink complex. EDTA has a stronger affinity for the metal ions than EBT so when EDTA is added it replaces the EBT and the EBT…

This kit has been designed to allow the analyst to perform a very simple titration to determine the hardness of their freshwater sample. The titration uses an easily identifiable color transition to indicate the end of the analysis. The kit contains everything an analyst would need to perform a…

Students will observe and measure the evolution of carbon dioxide gas from the decomposition of calcium carbonate when mixed with an acid. Students will also create experiments to determine the rate of reaction with different concentrations of hydrochloric acid. The activity contains enough…

Agarose dye marker set can be used with a 2% agarose gel to get students accustomed to the electrophoresis process without using expensive DNA. You can run up to 8 gels. Kit Includes: 1mL Bromophenol Blue 1mL Xylene Cyanol 1mL Orange G 1mL Crystal Violet 1mL Malachite Green 1mL Dye Mixture DOT…

First, students will design their own experiment to separate two substances using green chemistry principles. Students will also design and perform an experiment to quantitatively measure the weight percent of the mixture. The activity contains enough materials for 15 groups of students as well as…

Construct a simple wet cell battery. When complete it will generate 1.5 volts for 20-30 minutes. Several cells can be connected in series to increase the voltage or in parallel to increase the current. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS3.A; PS3.D;…

Colored printing helps your students distinguish between metals, non-metals, and noble gas families as well as allowing them to differentiate types of metals, solids, liquids and gases from synthetic elements. Name, symbol, atomic number, weight, mass, electron configuration are included. Measures…

Hydrogen peroxide is added to a solution of sodium potassium tartrate and heated. Copper sulfate solution is added and the solution turns light blue. With continued heating the solution foams and turns orange-gold. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas:…

Test for the presence of blood on materials using phenolphthalein. The test will not distinguish between animal and human blood. Further serology tests are needed. Kit contains instructions, blood standard and reagents to complete 30 tests. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* …

Using the method of continuous variation, two solutions are combined in various ratios. To select the ratio that produces the most product or consumes the most reactants, students must find an empirical method which is proportional to the amount of reaction that occurs. The reaction selected for…

Discover the wonders of crystalline growth and properties. In this fun and exciting exercise students will use different solutions to create a range of fun and exciting microcrystalline forms. Then use a microscope or magnifier to study the crystals. Aligned to the Next Generation Science…

Study both processes of endothermic and exothermic reactions. Reactions are safely carried out in plastic bags. The students can pass the bags around to feel the results of the reactions. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS2.B Performance…

Students will identify unknown chemicals based on laboratory testing of their physical and chemical properties. Students will identify the 4 different kinds of bonds that exist in chemicals: ionic, polar covalent, nonpolar covalent and metallic. Students review the properties of each solid using…

In this demonstration, students will observe an example of a chemiluminescence reaction. Instant light powder and water are placed in a beaker producing a blue light. This demonstration is designed to further help students understand the topics of chemiluminescence and kinetics. There is enough…

Study the process of exothermic reactions. The reaction is safely carried out in a plastic bag. The students can pass the bag around to feel the result of the reaction. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS2.B Performance Expectations:…

This kit has been designed to allow the analyst to perform a very simple colorimetric analysis to determine the ammonia nitrogen concentration of their freshwater sample. The analysis yields an easily identifiable color transition that can be compared with the included color key to determine the…

In this activity, students will compare two methods of oil spill cleanup: biological and physical. Applying both a special blend of oil degrading microbes and a hydrocarbon encapsulating polymer to oil and examining the results, students will draw conclusions with regard to the effectiveness of…

The E. coli JM101 culture is freeze dried into a lyophilized pellet packaged in a sterile plastic vial. The culture includes one tube of rehydrating broth and one tube agar slant, sterile swab and instructions. DOT: Not-regulated

Refill Kit Includes: 15mL Potassium Hydroxide 15% 1 pkg Peas Seeds 1 pkg Non-absorbent Cotton 1 pkg Absorbent Cotton DOT Info: Small quantity exemption 173.4 THIS PACKAGE CONFORMS TO 49 CFR 173.4 for domestic highway or rail transport only

Rheoscopic solution is a pearly-white, waterbased solution that can be used to demonstrate concepts that are usually difficult to see such as: ocean currents, turbulence, and convection. Adding food coloring to color the solution will make it even easier and more exciting to simulate oceanic and…

Soil composition has been a keystone experiment in earth science classrooms for many years. Our soil analysis kit will teach students the skills needed to properly conduct soil composition tests as well as allow them to collect and evaluate local soil samples. By bringing in local soil samples the…