Tenth Grade, Use Crime-Solving Techniques Science Projects (2 results)
Try forensic techniques used in the solving of crimes by testing unknown substances, DNA sequences, blood, or an eerie blue glow. Learn tests like gel electrophoresis (a technique to separate and view DNA, RNA, and proteins) or mixing chemicals to identify an unknown one.
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You may have seen police investigators on TV spraying a crime scene with a liquid that glows blue if there is any blood present. Luminol is the chemical which causes the glowing. In this chemistry science fair project, you will investigate what factors make this interesting molecule "light up."
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Have you heard that garlic powder is supposed to inhibit the growth of bacteria? Which do you think would make a better disinfectant: a solution of garlic powder or a solution of bleach? This project shows you a straightforward way to compare the effectiveness of different disinfectants (or other antimicrobial agents), by measuring zones of inhibition on a culture plate.
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When biologists want to separate different pieces of DNA, RNA, or proteins they use a technique called gel electrophoresis. In this science project you'll build a gel electrophoresis chamber and use it to discover how many components are in different colors of food coloring dye.
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