Urine the Know

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In this activity on page 5 of the PDF, learners compare water with artificial urine to see how urinalysis works. Learners use urinalysis test strips to test for glucose and protein in the fake urine. Use this activity to demonstrate why doctors examine urine samples to determine a person's health. Safety notes: Follow the safety notes described in the activity as well as Milli's safety tips on page 2.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
45 to 60 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
Over $20 per student
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 14
Resource Types:
Activity, Simulation
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • Marking pen
  • Distilled water
  • Measuring cup (1 cup)
  • 4 disposable plastic cups (6 oz.)
  • Pediatric electrolyte solution
  • Powdered milk
  • 2 disposable plastic spoons
  • 4 glucose test urinalysis strips (available at your local pharmacy)
  • Paper towel
  • 4 multiple test urinalysis strips (available at your local pharmacy)
  • Measuring spoon (1/4 teaspoon)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Engineering and Technology
    • Engineering
      • Chemical Engineering
    • Technology
      • Medical Technology
  • Life Sciences
    • Cells
    • Human Body
      • Health and Nutrition
  • Physical Sciences
    • Chemistry
      • Chemical Reactions
      • Solutions
    • Vibration and Waves
      • Light and Optics
    • Light and Optics
      • Sunlight and Color
  • The Nature of Science
    • The Scientific Process
      • Conducting Investigations
      • Gathering Data
      • Formulating Explanations
      • Communicating Results

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • see color
  • read
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Uses STEM to solve real-world problems
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • Office of Community Activities, American Chemical Society

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, American Chemical Society, 2004