A Macromolecule Mystery: Who Took Jerell's iPod?

Students use their knowledge of organic compounds to solve a simulated mystery (Who took Jerell's iPod) by testing for triglycerides, glucose, starch, and protein. This lab deepens student understanding of biological functions and food sources of various organic compounds.
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)
Keywords: macromolecules, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acid
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Problem-Solving Task
Instructional Design Framework(s): Structured Inquiry (Level 2)
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Science - General

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Lesson Plan

Macromolecule Food Indicator Lab:

In this lesson students will complete a lab using indicators to determine which foods contain carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and/or starches. The lab includes pre-lab questions, discussion, lab experimentation, post lab questions, results and conclusion. The students will submit a completed lab report that will be graded based on a rubric.

Type: Lesson Plan