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The Osmoregulatory Function of the Kidney
- Level: High School
- Topic: Kidney Physiology
Description:
In this activity, students explore the concept of osmosis, diffusion, osmoregulation done by cells, and the concentration gradient of different ions. Students will use amphiuma (Amphiuma Tridactylum) to observe the appearance of kidney under a dissecting microscope, observe the outline of cells around the lumen, as well as the volume regulation of cells surrounding the lumen of the tubules. Students will also design a model of the kidney that shows filtration, secretion, and reabsorption.
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Research Host:
Peter Cala Ph.D.
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- Pittsburg High School
Pittsburg, CA
- 1999 Frontiers in Physiology
- Summer Research Teacher
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- University of California, Davis School of Medicine
, CA
- 1999 Frontiers in Physiology
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student-centered learning activities
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In this
activity..
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| An inquiry level of 4 or 5 | 4 |
| An integrated Internet component | N/A |
| Assessments for content knowledge | yes |
Assessments for process skills | yes |
| Addressed the "ABC" rules for humans
and/or animal use | N/A |
| Use of multiple learning
styles and opportunities for all students | yes |
| Proper safety precautions and
warnings | yes |
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