Egg Lab

In order to observe the physical and chemical permeability of a biological membrane and the types of materials that are and are not admitted, we placed an egg in vinegar, a glucose solution, and distilled water.

DNA Extraction Lab

In order to learn techniques for the extraction of DNA, we performed extraction procedures for onion cells, wheat germ, Quinoa grain, and Escherichia coli bacterial cells.

Cellular Respiration Lab

In order to understand the biological process of cellular respiration, we observed how yeast cells function in an apple cider medium with a limited supply of oxygen.

Photosynthesis Lab

In order to observe and understand photosynthesis and the evolution of oxygen in mesophyll tissue, we conducted an experiment using aspirated leaf discs in various lighting scenarios.

Ethnic Foods and Nutrition

To gain practical experience with and understanding for the principles of nutrition and dietary science, we kept eating logs and cooked ethnic meals for a special feast.

Osmosis and Diffusion Lab

In order to observe and understand the phenomena of osmosis and diffusion, we utilized semi-permeable dialysis tubing to mimic the function of a biological membrane separating solutions of iodine, starch, and glucose.

Classification Lab

In order to gain experience with the biological nature of organisms in various taxa and to understand the taxonomy and systematics, we have created a comprehensive study on the classification of organisms.

Urchin Lab

In order to observe and understand the processes of fertilization and development in amimals, we obtained sperm and eggs from sea urchins and fertilized them, observing development under a video microscope.

Dissection Lab

In order to gain practical experience with and appreciation for the science of dissection and the anatomical evolution of Kingdom Animalia, we conducted a comprehensive dissection project and wrote an essay on the evolution of the body systems of animals from the simplest phyla through the most complex.

Microscope Lab

In order to gain practical experience with with the techniques and applications of videomicroscopy, and to observe the correlation between structure and function in plant and animal cells, we photographed numerous specimens of vegetables and other organisms under the microscope.