Investigating Polyploidy: Using Marigold Stomates and Fingernail Polish.

Hunter, Kimberly L.; Leone, Rebecca S.; Kohlhepp, Kimberly; Hunter, Richard B.

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ERIC Number: EJ646054

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Publication Date: 2002

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Investigating Polyploidy: Using Marigold Stomates and Fingernail Polish.

Hunter, Kimberly L.; Leone, Rebecca S.; Kohlhepp, Kimberly; Hunter, Richard B.

American Biology Teacher, v64 n5 p364-368 May 2002

Describes a science activity on polyploidy targeting middle and high school students which can be used to discuss topics such as chromosomes, cells, plant growth, and functions of stomates. Integrates mathematics in data collection. (Contains 13 references.) (YDS)

Descriptors: Data Collection, Genetics, Hands on Science, High Schools, Integrated Curriculum, Laboratory Experiments, Middle Schools, Plants (Botany), Science Activities, Science Education

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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