An excellent activity for middle school through college, this kit focuses on the structure of dicot and monocot seeds. Students first examine and dissect two representative types of seeds - dicotyledons and monocotyledons. After diagramming and labeling seed structures, they study the action of enzymes in the germination process and the fate of each part of the germinating seed. Finally, students draw conclusions about the enzymatic process.
Scientific Concepts:
Examine and dissect dicot and monocot seeds
Diagram and label seed structure
Study the action of enzymes in the germination process
Study the fate of each part of the germinating seed
Understand the enzymatic process in germination
Content List:
1Teacher's Guide with MSDS
30Student Worksheets and Guides
30Microscope slides
30Cover slips
30Razor blades, single-edged
30Treating dishes, plastic
30Plastic pics, package
3Drop controlled bottles of Toluidine blue stain
Classroom Planning:
To complete this kit requires one ~50-minute class period.