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You can catch more fruit flies with vinegar than honey! Yes, that's right—they prefer vinegar over honey, and a video lesson explains why. It describes the chemical components of the food fruit flies prefer, and the results may surprise pupils.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Add a lab investigation to research the claims in the video
- Have learners record three interesting facts as they view the lesson to use in a discussion that follows
Classroom Considerations
- Expects an understanding of pH levels
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes diagrams and images to support the chemical explanations
- Emphasizes scientific vocabulary throughout
Cons
- None