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Electrophoresis and DNA Forensics—Laboratory Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
The world of forensic science was revolutionized with the discovery of scientific techniques for identifying humans, and all living things, using DNA. DNA fingerprinting can be used to identify the source of DNA in forensic investigations and has also been used to diagnose genetic diseases, identify disaster victims and study evolutionary relationships among organisms. In this activity, students investigate the basic prin- ciples of DNA forensics using gel electrophoresis, which allows them to identify matching DNA profiles from a collection of DNA samples.
Complete for 24 students working in pairs. The DNA contained in this kit must be kept frozen prior to use. Orders will only be shipped between September 15 and May 15. Upon receipt, this kit should be stored in the freezer until just before use. Electrophoresis units and power supplies are required and available separately.
Synthesis of Aspirin—Laboratory Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
Aspirin, first synthesized in 1897, is one of the oldest yet most common drugs in use today. Like many modern drugs, aspirin has its roots in an ancient folk remedy—the use of willow extracts to treat fever and pain. Aspirin is prepared the same way today as it was more than 100 years ago. In this lab, students investigate the structure, synthesis and properties of aspirin. Students prepare acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) and analyze its purity. Chemical reactions of the product are used to deter- mine if any starting material remains or if the product decomposes. The identity of the product is also confirmed by melting point and thin-layer chromatography (TLC).
Complete for 24 students working in pairs. Perform this experiment in a fume hood or a well-ventilated lab.
Properties of Carbohydrates—Laboratory Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
What is a carbohydrate? What are the roles of carbohydrates in energy, metabolism and cell structure? Students’ explore the structure and properties of different types of carbohydrates and learn how they can be identified. By performing four classification tests in sequence on five samples, each carbohydrate’s identity is accurately determined.
Complete for 24 students working in pairs.
Amino Acids and Proteins—Laboratory Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
What are the roles of amino acids in the structure and properties of proteins? Investigate proteins and amino acids and learn how these biological molecules can be identified. In this activity, students explore the structures and properties of amino acids and how they relate to protein function. Students perform chemical tests to detect the presence of specific amino acids and then determine the relationship between structure and function by studying protein denaturation.
Complete for 24 students working in pairs.
Electrophoresis and DNA Forensics—Laboratory Kit AP8036
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
AP8036
Electrophoresis and DNA Forensics—Laboratory Kit
$145.00
FB1713
Six Gel Electrophoresis Apparatus
385.35
FB0316
Dual Power Supply
222.85
Synthesis of Aspirin—Laboratory Kit AP8037
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
AP8037
Synthesis of Aspirin—Laboratory Kit
$113.65
Properties of Carbohydrates—Laboratory Kit AP8038
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
AP8038
Properties of Carbohydrates—Laboratory Kit
$47.45
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
AP8039
Amino Acids and Proteins—Laboratory Kit
$83.60
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Amino Acids and Proteins—Laboratory Kit AP8039