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Usda: Virtual Labs: Controlling Water Activity in Food

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students investigate water activity in corn that has been dried using traditional Native American methods in order to learn about the best way to ensure food safety.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Understanding Water Activity

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students investigate the behavior of water in food and how this can contribute to food spoilage.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Testing and Adjusting P H

For Students 9th - 10th
In this virtual science lab, students learn how to control the pH level in salsa to prevent the growth of a dangerous bacterium.
Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Biosensors for Food Safety

For Teachers 6th - 9th
How can you tell if harmful bacteria are in your food or water that might make you sick? What you eat or drink can be contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites and toxins pathogens that can be harmful or even fatal. Students learn...
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Bacteria Sampling (Using Various Disposable Lab Equipments)

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students test milk samples to check for bacterial contamination.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Corn Mold Test Mycotoxins

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students test corn for the presence of Aflatoxin, a toxin produced by mold.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Gram Staining

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students learn how use gram staining to test for bacterial contamination in yogurt.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: How to Use Oil Immersion Microscope

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students learn how to use a microscope as they investigate bacterial contamination in a sample of yogurt.
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Advanced Kitchen Chemistry

For Students 9th - 10th
College-level advanced course on kitchen chemistry. Course topics highlight the scientific exploration of all types of food. Features online include downloadable assignments and readings, and a number of food chemistry-related links.