Distance Learning: Forensic Chemistry of Unknown Substances

ALD1507
Aldon Corporation

There is enough material for 2 groups. Often times, when collecting evidence at a crime scene, investigators may recover substances they are unable to identify in the field. Along with evidence such as fingerprints, hair, fibers, etc., there may be traces of unknown chemicals or powders left behind by the perpetrator or perpetrators. 

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Small Group Learning, Forensic Chemistry of Unknown Substances ALD9006-SGL $41.50
Forensic Chemistry of Unknown Substances ALD9006 $92.00

When collecting evidence at a crime scene, investigators may encounter substances that they are not able to identify in the field. These substances will be sent to a crime lab, where a forensic scientist will work to analyze and identify them. In this experiment, students will take on the role of a forensic scientist and use their observation skills, senses, and a series of chemical tests to determine the identity of two mystery substances. Kit contains an Instruction Manual and enough materials for 2 groups of students.


Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)*


Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS1.B

Performance Expectations: MS-PS1-2

Cross Cutting Concepts: Patterns

Engineering Practices: Analyzing and Interpreting Data 


Kit Includes:

  • 4g Baking Powder
  • 4g Baking Soda
  • 4g Corn Starch
  • 4g Talcum Powder
  • 4g Salt
  • 4g Gelatin
  • 4g Mystery Substance #1
  • 4g Mystery Substance #2
  • 4mL Biuret Reagent
  • 4mL Dilute Lugol’s Iodine
  • 4mL Acetic Acid
  • 4 Reaction Plates
  • 8 Scoops

Regulatory Note: Small Qty Exemption 49CFR173.4


*”Next Generation Science Standards” is a registered trademark of Achieve. Neither Achieve nor the lead states and partners that developed the Next Generation Science Standards was involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Respirable crystalline silica, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer.  For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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