Determining Empirical and Molecular Formulas (Screencast)
Learners follow a four-step process to determine the empirical formula of a compound from the masses of its constituent elements. The molecular formula is determined in a fifth step using the molecular weight of the compound.
Imagine you're a college student volunteering in a lab that includes animal research and you're trying to decide if this would be a good experience. Play through this module to understand the regulations for animal well-being and how they impact animal welfare. Prove you're an Animal Welfare Whiz!
Thousands of health and beauty products claim to be cruelty free - but do you know how to spot a fake? Test your knowledge and explore the exciting science that's delivering cutting-edge and better alternatives to animal testing in this interactive experience. Make decisions as both a beauty blogger and a research scientist as you navigate animal testing in the health and beauty industry.
Learners read a general description of the function and structure of leaves and examine drawings and microscopic views. A matching exercise completes the learning object.
The Animal Welfare Act, or AWA, gives protection to animals used in research, education, and entertainment. Explore ethical use and some of the current alternatives in this module.
Discover the fascinating intersection of veterinary science and human medicine in this module. "Can Animal Studies Predict Human Results?" Dive into groundbreaking research and ethical debates as we explore how animal testing influences the future of medical breakthroughs by unraveling the complexities of animal and human testing.
In this learning activity you'll review how every protein molecule of an organism is synthesized by that organism in a prescribed process. This activity helps students understand the fundamental life process of making protein.
Chytrids, as members of this group are known, are found everywhere. In this animated learning object, students examine the role of chytrids and their impact on the environment.