How Enzymes Work: Investigating their specificity and susceptibility to environmental factors using Jell-O.
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This activity is a lab investigation in which students design and conduct experiments using pineapple juice containing the enzyme bromelain and its affect on the substrate gelatin found in Jell-O. The focus of student driven investigations are on enzyme specificity, activity and the impact of environmental factors on enzyme functioning.
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Grade: 9 to 12
Topics: Professional Development, Biochemistry, Science, Life Sciences
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Tool for: Teachers