Introductory Genetics with Drosophila
Carolina LabSheets™ Overview Drosophila is one of the most popular model organisms for the study of genetics. This LabSheet can be used with a variety of our Drosophila cultures and sets in studies of monohybrid, dihybrid, and sex-linked crosses. The following crosses are especially recommended for introductory genetics activities although many others can be done. See our complete […]
Introduction to Drosophila: Phenotypes
Carolina LabSheets™ Overview In this lab students compare phenotypes of mutant Drosophila to wild type. The activity is intended as a student’s first experience working with Drosophila. It may serve as a stand-alone activity or as a pre-lab to our Introductory Genetics with Drosophila LabSheet Download Student Lab Sheet Needed Materials Wild-type Drosophila culture (172100), 1 per team of four to […]
Introduction to Fungi
Carolina LabSheets™ Overview This lab introduces students to the Kingdom Fungi through study of two phyla, the zygomycetes and basidiomycetes. Download Student Lab Sheet Needed Materials Phycomyces (+) plate culture (156182) Phycomyces (–) plate culture (156183) Coprinus mushroom, c.s. (298176) Potato Dextrose Agar plates (821902) scalpels* Bunsen burners alcohol lamps eatable mushrooms from grocery stereomicroscopes […]
Introduction to Prokaryotes: Archaea
Carolina LabSheets™ Overview In this lab, students are introduced to Halobacterium, a representative of the Archaea, one of the three domains of life (along with Bacteria and Eukarya). Halobacterium is an extremophile, requiring a hypersaline environment for its growth. At the saline levels found in the human body, Halobacterium will lyse. This makes it one of the safest microbes for […]
Origin and Properties of Synthetic and Natural Fibers
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS ACTIVITY How do synthetic and natural fibers compare in composition, properties, natural resource use, and impact on society? Total Time Prep: 1-2 hr Activity: 4-6.5 hr Life Science Grade Level 6-8 Middle School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction Essential […]
Thermal Convection Currents
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS ACTIVITY How is matter cycled and energy transferred through the oceans, atmosphere, and mantle? Total Time Prep: 15 mins Activity: 20-30 mins Earth Science Grade Level 9-12 High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures […]
Designing and Testing a Device to Thaw a Watering Station
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS ACTIVITY How can chemical processes be used for heat transfer? Total Time Prep: 45 mins Activity: 3-4.5 hr Physical Science Grade Level 6-8 Middle School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction […]
The Relationship Between Geoscience Processes and Mineral Distribution
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 15 mins Activity: 20-30 mins Earth and Space Science Grade Level 6-8 Middle School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction Minerals are naturally occurring substances with a […]
Introduction to Planaria
Carolina LabSheets™ Overview In this lab, students examine the anatomy and behavior of the planarian, a simple animal with bilateral symmetry. The activity does not cover regeneration.For that, see our 132900 Carolina BioKits®: Planaria Regeneration or our Carolina™ Protozoa and Invertebrates Manual. Download Student Lab Sheet Download Planarian Anatomy Sheet Needed Materials Planaria (132950 or similar culture) for […]
Wisconsin Fast Plants® and Product Testing
CAROLINA LABSHEETS Overview Materials Teacher Preparations Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Overview Materials Teacher Preparations Overview Materials Teacher Preparations Overview In this activity, students conduct experiments to determine if a commercial product effects the germination of Wisconsin Fast Plants® seed. In doing so they practice basic science skills including collecting and graphing […]