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This Kidney Stone Crystallization activity also includes:
- COM Procedure Handout (.pdf)
- COM Procedure Handout (.doc)
- Calcium Oxalate Worksheet (.pdf)
- Calcium Oxalate Worksheet (.doc)
- Calcium Oxalate Worksheet Answer Key (.pdf)
- Calcium Oxalate Worksheet Answer Key (.doc)
- COM Surface Growth (.mpeg)
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No one likes kidney stones, but they are very interesting to learn about. The last installment of a three-part unit has learners experiment with different chemicals to see which one inhibits the growth of calcium oxalate crystals (which kidney stones are composed of). They use microscopes to observe the growth of these crystals.
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Instructional Ideas
- Team up with a biology or chemistry teacher
Classroom Considerations
- A set of microscopes is necessary, as well as other materials
- There are two ways to conduct the activity; decide which method is best based on available class time
Pros
- Includes detailed instructions
- Provides worksheets for the activity
Cons
- Activity requires a variety of expensive chemicals, which may not be available in the classroom setting