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Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria in Root Nodules of Leguminous Plants

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Fixin' to add a great resource to your plans? Scholars perform an experiment to investigate nitrogen-fixing bacteria from plant roots. Along the way, they learn about the concepts of symbiosis and mutualism.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Ask local farmers to donate the required plants
Classroom Considerations
  • Experiment uses a variety of equipment and materials
  • Pupils should have some familiarity with the nitrogen cycle
Pros
  • Instructions include diagrams showing the setup
  • Lists important safety issues
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  • None