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STC Unit Descriptions
Food
Chemistry
ISBN 0-89278-945-X
Subject: Basic food and nutrition concepts
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Materials included in the Food Chemistry unit kit.
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Students explore basic concepts related to food and nutrition. They
set up their own classroom laboratory and perform physical and chemical tests to identify
the presence of starch, glucose, fats, and proteins in common foods. Some of the tests are
relatively simple and produce “yes-or-no” results; others require multiple
steps. Still other tests, such as the glucose test, produce results that require
interpretation. Through readings, students discover how proteins, fats, and carbohydrates,
as well as vitamins, are related to good health. They also learn how to interpret food
labels. In a final challenge, students apply their knowledge and skills to analyze the
nutritional components of a marshmallow.
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