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1. When a Cell Talks, Everyone Listens!

   Teaching Materials | 06 May 2020 | Contributor(s):: Nicole Harper, NNCI Nano

   This is a two part lesson focused on diffusion and cell communication.  In Part 1, students will use the classic starch iodine diffusion activity. This activity can be done in any life science class. It can be used as an introduction to diffusion or as a refresher activity for advanced...

2. Linear Diffusion and Cell Signaling

   Teaching Materials | 17 Apr 2020 | Contributor(s):: NNCI Nano

   In this activity, students explore the concept of diffusion as a component of cell communication.  Specifically, students will explore how the rate of diffusion varies with distance and concentration gradient. They will use a pipet with water and dye to observe a macro-model of diffusion....