All mucus is not created equal! An ACS Reactions video lesson explains what the color and texture of mucus communicates. Its appearance can indicate the status of our immune systems as it contains important cells and chemical compounds for fighting viruses.

Concepts

the flu, the immune system, enzymes, viruses, bacteria

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Ask pupils to list five causes of increased mucus production after viewing the lesson
• Incorporate images from the video in a lesson presentation

Classroom Considerations

• If making the video available for independent viewing, consider monitoring the YouTube comments for appropriateness

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes humor to help hold viewers' attention
• Provides an option for subtitles to aid in note taking

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7