Growing Slime Mold
http://www.exploratorium.edu/turbulent/slime.html

Exploratorium


This is a short activity for growing the slime mold Physarum polycephalum. It includes materials needed, a three-step procedure, and helpful tips. The site is part of the Turbulent Landscapes exhibit at the Exploratorium. Links to other activities and features of the exhibit are also included.


Subject: Biology, Microbiology, Microbiology:Methods of Microbiology :Culturing Methods
Resource Type: Activities:Lab Activity
Grade Level: Informal, Middle (6-8), Intermediate (3-5), Primary (K-2)