Food storage matters! Scholars learn how the amount of water in corn can affect its rate of spoilage. They create a control group, then test three corn samples stored in three different locations for water activity. As a result of the...

What are the different ways to test for pH? First, scholars explore the pH scale and a common way to test for acidity and alkalinity. Then, they learn about the importance of pH in food safety and why variance in pH could potentially...

Scholars use a lab simulation to test contaminated yogurt for bacteria by gram staining. They learn proper lab procedures for handling bacteria and for sterilizing equipment, and then walk through the process on their own to try gram...

Pupils learn how to control food spoilage by adjusting the food's pH. They see that one of the most dangerous bacteria can grow in food if people don't handle and store food properly. Using knowledge of the bacteria's preferred pH,...

How does water activity play a role in food spoilage? First, the learners think about which types of foods would be best to take on a backpacking trip based on the water activity of different foods. It then walks through why water...

Teach the class how to use a microscope to identify bacteria in food. Scholars explore the different parts of the microscope and learn how to determine total magnification. They walk step-by-step through the procedure of preparing slides...

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.

In this science simulation, students investigate the behavior of water in food and how this can contribute to food spoilage.

In this virtual science lab, students learn how to control the pH level in salsa to prevent the growth of a dangerous bacterium.

In this science simulation, students test milk samples to check for bacterial contamination.

In this science simulation, students test corn for the presence of Aflatoxin, a toxin produced by mold.

In this science simulation, students learn how use gram staining to test for bacterial contamination in yogurt.

In this science simulation, students learn how to use a microscope as they investigate bacterial contamination in a sample of yogurt.