Kemtec Science: Analysis of Hair

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

The Hair Analysis Kit provides students with the opportunity to use scientific methods and basic laboratory skills to study the morphology of hair samples from various species. Includes a discussion of hair used as evidence in forensic science, directions for mounting hair samples and visualizing scale patterns, and illustrated descriptions of hair structures. Students conduct two forensic examinations using the standard procedures used by forensic examiners. Includes instructional manuals and student worksheets. Required, but not included: microscopes, hair brushes, forceps, and plastic sandwich bags. Meets national standards for grade levels 9-12.

Kit Contains:

• Instructor Manual
  
• Student Manual
  
• MSDS
  
• Student Diagram Charts
  
• #1 Examination Worksheets
  
• #2 Examination Worksheets
  
• Microscope Slides
  
• Cover Slips
  
• CD
  
• Hair Sample A
  
• Hair Sample B
  
• Hair Sample C
  
• Mounting Media
  
• Fingernail Polish