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Max Students: | 25 |
Duration: | 90 Minutes |
Booking Eligibility: | Open only to KIOSC partner schools |
Program Overview
Book in conjunction with “Discovery: Ocean Scratch II” for a 9.30-1.30pm day of learning.
This program introduces students to the critical issue of plastic pollution and its pervasive environmental and human health impacts. By exploring the concept of bioplastics, students will investigate sustainable alternatives to traditional petroleum-based polymers. The program emphasizes a biomimetic approach, demonstrating how natural resources can be harnessed to address anthropogenic environmental challenges.
Through hands-on laboratory experimentation, students will synthesise a bioplastic material utilizing gelatine and glucose. This practical activity allows for direct observation and analysis of the bioplastic’s physical properties, fostering an understanding of the relationship between material composition and performance. Students will develop their scientific inquiry skills by investigating the biodegradability and potential applications of bioplastics, thereby promoting critical thinking about sustainable material science and its role in mitigating environmental degradation. This program aligns with curriculum objectives related to material science, environmental sustainability, and the application of scientific principles to real-world problems.