The Bactericidal Effect of Sunlight

Maria João Fonseca; Fernando Tavares

doi:10.1525/abt.2011.73.9.8

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1 November 2011 The Bactericidal Effect of Sunlight

Maria João Fonseca, Fernando Tavares

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The American Biology Teacher, 73(9):548-552 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1525/abt.2011.73.9.8

Abstract

Sunlight is required for vital biological processes. However, solar ultraviolet radiation can have a detrimental impact on living organisms, by acting as a natural mutagenic agent. With this activity, intended for middle school and high school, we propose a simple hands-on experiment to investigate the bactericidal effect of sunlight. The activity provides appealing visual results and opportunities for extension of inquiry. Procedural instructions, discussion topics, and assessment suggestions are detailed.

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Maria João Fonseca and Fernando Tavares "The Bactericidal Effect of Sunlight," The American Biology Teacher 73(9), 548-552, (1 November 2011). https://doi.org/10.1525/abt.2011.73.9.8

Published: 1 November 2011

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