Bio Viewer Slide Set Helpful Bacteria

Introduce students to the essential role bacteria play in ecosystems and human processes with the Bio Viewer Slide Set - Helpful Bacteria. This insightful slide set includes real stained images of beneficial bacteria types, enabling learners to move beyond the common misconception of bacteria as merely harmful organisms.

Each of the eight included slides showcases a different example of helpful bacteria, from nitrogen-fixing bacteria in soil to those used in food fermentation. Presented on durable 35mm film and compatible with the Bio Viewer or a microscope, the slides offer a clear, accessible way to study these important microbes. The set includes an instruction guide to assist students in identifying each bacterial sample and understanding its function.

Educational Benefits:

• Reinforces understanding of microbiology through real-world examples.
• Highlights the positive functions of bacteria in ecosystems and industry.
• Supports inquiry-based learning and STEM skill development.
• Encourages environmental awareness and food science knowledge.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use to support lessons on the nitrogen cycle or decomposition.
• Combine with a yoghurt or vinegar fermentation experiment.
• Create research projects around each bacterial type shown.
• Include in discussions about microbiomes, ecology, or agriculture.

Specifications:

• Includes 1 slidoscope (35mm film) with 8 stained slides of beneficial bacteria:
• Bacteria of decay
• Bacteria of fermentation
• Nitrogen fixing bacteria (soil, nodules, roots)
• Vinegar bacteria
• Soya milk bacteria
• High-resolution images photographed under laboratory conditions.
• Compatible with Bio Viewer and traditional microscopes.
• Instruction sheet included for guided student learning.
• Durable format suitable for repeated classroom use.
• Supports secondary through tertiary-level biology content.