Lesson Plan

SLS Toxicology Test

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Ingredients in your shampoo are toxic enough to kill plants. The 16th installment of the series of 24 tests the toxicity level of various concentrations of SLS, a chemical found in nearly all shampoo. Learners prepare percent solutions and monitor seeds to determine the level of toxicity that impedes plant growth.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Compare each concentration of SLS in the experiment to a different brand of shampoo 
Classroom Considerations
  • Allow time to acquire necessary materials and for set up
  • Requires accurate percent calculations
Pros
  • Includes important background information for both teachers and pupils
  • Provides detailed student directions 
Cons
  • None