Instructional Video

How Does Soap Inactivate Coronaviruses?

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Washing hands is a simple way to stop the spread. Viewers watch a short video on why it is important to wash hands to curtail coronaviruses. The presenter provides an explanation of how soap and alcohol disrupt the membrane of a virus, causing it to become inactive.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class perform the demonstrations contained on the video
  • Brainstorm other methods to inactivate the coronavirus
Classroom Considerations
  • Assumes some knowledge of cellular membranes
Pros
  • Includes links to other science information about COVID-19
  • Provides multiple models to accompany the explanation
Cons
  • None