Small Group Learning, Forensic Chemistry of Hair Analysis

Description

Discover how forensic scientists use hair to assist in solving crimes. You will discover the differences between human and animal hair as well as differences among different types of human hair. In the second part of the activity, you will try to determine the origin of a hair sample from a crime scene in relation to hair samples from four known suspects. This activity includes a Teachers Manual and Student Guide and Analysis copy-masters. There is enough material for 5 groups.

Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)*

Disciplinary Core Ideas: LS1.A; LS1.C

Performance Expectations: HS-LS1-1; HS-LS1-6

Cross Cutting Concepts: Energy and Matter; Structure and Function

Engineering Practices: Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions 

Kit Includes:

• 1 box Microscope Slides
• 1 pkg Coverslips
• 1 Deer Hair Sample
• 1 Cat Hair Sample
• 4 Human Hair Samples
• 5 Forceps

Regulatory Note: Non Regulated

*”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 Lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and reproductive harm.  For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.