Antibiotic Sensitivity (10791) In Stock Now

• Students investigate the phenomenon of the development of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to analyze a timeline and correlate the introduction of antibiotics to the discovery of resistant bacteria. In the investigation, students test the inhibiting effects of antibiotics on 2 species of bacteria and produce evidence to address the driving question, "Why do we need to have so many different types of antibiotics?"

• Time Requirement
  Total, 180 minutes over 3 to 4 days. Teacher prep, 40 minutes; pre-lab, 30 minutes. Investigation, 20 to 30 minutes during 3 consecutive class periods (3 consecutive days). Assessment and discussion, 30 minutes. Note: The cultures can be refrigerated if students cannot check them for 3 consecutive days.

IMPORTANT NOTE: BACTERIA ARE NOT INCLUDED AND MUST BE ORDERED FROM CAROLINA BIOLOGICAL DIRECTLY - WE DO NOT SUPPLY THEM

NEEDED BUT NOT INCLUDED (ORDER SEPARATELY):

• 10 Metric Rulers
• 10 Labeling Markers
• 10 Bunsen Burners or Alcohol Burners
• 1 Water Bath with Thermometer
1 Test Tube Rack
Goggles
Gloves
Matches
Cellophane Tape
Disinfectant (70% ethanol or bleach)