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The Bacteria That Make perfect, Tiny Magnets

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A special type of bacteria produces nanomagnets to direct their movement. These bacterial have the attention of scientists simply because nanomagnets are difficult to produce in a lab. The video presenter describes the bacteria and the potential uses of the nanomagnets.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have individuals conduct further research on nanomagnet uses
  • Ask your classes to write a conclusion about the purpose of the nanomagnets for the bacteria
Classroom Considerations
  • Ensure learners have an understanding of the properties of magnets
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Provides a link in the video to more information on the topic
  • Presents the information using diagrams and images to increase understanding
Cons
  • None