Green Fuel Cell: Energy From Yeast

The transfer of electrons is part of the metabolic process in living organisms. However what if it were possible to capture, remove, and use some of these electrons? Could living organisms generate an electrical current? Students will set up a simple cell and, using the simple-to-grow and environmentally tolerant organism yeast as well as a special dye capable of entering yeast cells and collecting electrons, determine if the harvested electrons are capable of producing current in the cell and if so, how much current. This fun activity also serves as a great tool to stimulate discussion with regard to alternate energy sources.

Kit contains enough materials for 15 groups. Teacher’s Manual and Student Study Guide copymasters are included.

Kit Includes:

• Yeast Instant Dry - 10 g
• Dextrose R/G Anhydrous (D-Glucose) - 25 g
• Phosphate Buffer Ph 7.0 - 7.5 g
• Potassium Ferricyanide 1.0M - 5 ml
• Methylene Blue Chloride 1% Aq - 5 ml
• 15ml Bottles - 30 pcs
• Bottles Caps - 15 pcs
• Connecting Wire, Red 12 Inch With Alligator Clips - 15 pcs
• Connecting Wire, Black 12 Inch With Alligator Clips - 15 pcs
• Carbon Electrodes - 30 pcs
• 1/4x4 Inch Strips, Filter Paper 8x11 Inch - 20 pcs

Please note that the pictures may show items not included in this kit, the pictures are there to show kit functionality. Please refer to the product details above for more information on the contents of this kit.

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