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Investigating Anti-Microbial Action Lesson PlanInvestigating Anti-Microbial Action Lesson Plan
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Nuffield Foundation
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9th - 12th
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Science
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Duration
45 mins
Number of Slides
24
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Experiment
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Investigating Anti-Microbial Action

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Join the fight against bacteria. An open investigation shows pupils different aspects of antimicrobial substances, such as disinfectants, deodorants, or plant oils. They design and conduct their own experiments on the effectiveness of these substances.

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microbes, microorganisms, soap, antibiotics

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Have groups present their findings using posters

Classroom Considerations

  • Experiment requires a variety of equipment and materials
  • Scholars should have experience creating their own hypotheses and experimental procedures

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