Discover the unseen world of bacteria with our Microscopic Life Kit! Perfect for students and educators, this kit leads you through the fundamentals of bacterial classification, morphology, safe culturing techniques, and microscope viewing strategies.
Why Choose Our Bacteria Kit?
Foundational Knowledge: Understand the essentials of bacterial classification, morphology, and growth, building a solid framework for microbiology studies.
Safe, Hands-On Culturing: Learn aseptic techniques to safely culture bacteria using provided agar plates and an inoculating loop, while mastering streaking methods to isolate and choose bacterial colonies for study.
Microscopic Observation Skills: Follow guided steps to prepare wet mounts and smears, applying staining techniques for a clear and detailed view of bacterial cells and structures under the microscope.
Responsible Disposal Practices: Discover proper protocols for handling and disposing of bacterial cultures and lab materials, ensuring safe and responsible experimentation.
Engaging Extension Experiments: Inspire further exploration with a series of creative, inquiry-based experiments that extend beyond the basics, deepening scientific understanding.
An ideal introduction to microbiology, this kit cultivates curiosity, precision, and safe lab skills as students embark on an exciting journey into the world of bacteria.
This kit requires use of a microscope (not included).
Need a microscope? Our Home LED Microscope is ideal for home, classroom, and lab use with three objective lenses that produce crystal-clear, detailed views using bright, adjustable LED illumination. This is the perfect combination of value and durability which is sure to spark interest and curiosity.
Additional Learning
This kit works both as a stand alone introduction and as part of a series of kits that delve into the microscopic world. If you would like even more in-depth content, check out Microscope Slide Making Kit and Microscopy Kit: Protozoa Culture Kit. We also offer a Microscope Combination Kit that consists of Microscope Slide Making Kit, Microscopy Kit: Protozoa Culture Kit, and Microscopic Life Kit.
More Information
This kit includes:
- Apron
- Bleach
- Clothespin
- Cover slips, pack
- Gloves
- Inoculating loop
- Lighter
- Manual
- Marker
- Methylene blue
- Microscope slide, pack
- Nutrient agar
- Petri dishes, pack
- Pipettes, pack
- Sandwich bags
- Sterile swab, pairs
In addition, you will need the following items:
- Microscope
- Colored pencils or markers
- Microwave or hot water bath
- Heat-resistant gloves or a cooking hot pad
- Water
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