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Student number: 15-20
Proposed by Weidi Zhang
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Biological Molecules and Food Labels

Grade Level:
12
Subject:
Biology (University Preparation)
Topic:
Biological Molecules and Food Labels
Objective:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
- able to perform simple experiments/tests on biomolecules (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids) found in food samples
- able to interpret signs and indications (change in color) for the presence of certain molecules
- become informed consumers who are aware of the difference between food advertisement (eg., low fat, leaner than 50% ) and actual nutritional content, and its implications on food accessibility, food choice and public health
Prep:
Food Label Instruction, After Lab Reflection
Materials:
Food Items, Sudan Red, Benedict Solution, Hot Plate, Biuret Solution, Iodine Solution, Test Tubes