How-to-Do-It: Why Don't Cells Grow Larger? A Lab Exercise.

Stanek, Joseph A., Jr.

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Publication Date: 1983

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How-to-Do-It: Why Don't Cells Grow Larger? A Lab Exercise.

Stanek, Joseph A., Jr.

American Biology Teacher, v45 n7 p393-95 Nov 1983

Describes a laboratory investigation designed to analyze surface area to volume ratio related to cell division. Uses agar-gel "cells" with pH indicator added which are then "fed" acid for a measured time. Discusses procedures and materials used, providing a sample data table and important guiding questions. (JM)

Descriptors: Biology, Cytology, High Schools, Laboratory Procedures, Models, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Equipment, Science Experiments, Secondary School Science

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Language: English

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