Science note: Gummy bear osmosis
Issue 363 | Page 9 | Published Dec 2016
Description
Potatoes are often used to explain osmosis, however students forget that they contain sugars. This creates an additional learning point which may be rejected as it doesn't fit with students' understanding of sugary foods. In order to combat this, try gummy bear osmosis!
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