The development of a new practical activity: using microorganisms to model gas cycling

By James Redfern, Joanna Verran

Issue 353 | Page 37 | Published Jun 2014

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A simple practical activity that illustrates gas cycling algae produce oxygen which is used by yeast, and yeast produce carbon dioxide which is used by algae.

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