Kemtec Science: Analysis of Drugs and Poisons

• Target Grades: 9-14
• Number of Students: 24 students working in six groups of four

Students are introduced to qualitative analysis in the intriguing context of criminal investigation. Chemical analytical techniques are used to identify over-the-counter drugs, to test for controlled substances using simulated drugs, and to detect heavy metals and amino acids in body fluids as part of a simulated poisoning. Meets national standards for grade level 9-12.

Kit Includes:

• Instructor Manual with reproducible student instructions
  
• Data Sheets
  
• Complete answer keys
  
• Lead Nitrate
  
• Potassium Chromate
  

Required, But Not Included:

• UV light
  
• Microscope
  
• Oven
  
• Lamp or hot plate
  
• Scale
  
• Glassware
  
• Lab supplies