Pudding and Pineapples :)

Most groups did not get great data with the lactase lab, so we are going to do two different short experiments today to hopefully increase your data for the evidence section of your report.  You can also add these activities into other portions of your lab report as needed.

Instant Pudding
How is instant pudding different from traditional cook and serve?  How does this activity relate to enzymes, their function and their importance in biological systems? How does energy play a role in these systems (instant vs cook and serve)?

Gelatin and Pineapple
Ever noticed that on a jello box, there are certain fruits you aren't supposed to add to the jello? No?  Now that you know there are certain fruits you aren't supposed to add, why do you suppose that is the case?  What is gelatin anyway?

To make the gelatin

1. Find 2 other groups and prepare 1 package of gelatin in the measuring cup using 90ml of boiling water and 30 ml of cold water. Stir well with a spoon until the gelatin is dissolved.