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RP10: Decay

Investigate the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring pH change

Required PracticalAQAGCSE

๐Ÿ”ฌ Equipment Required

  • Fresh milk
  • Test tubes or small beakers
  • pH probe or universal indicator
  • Water baths at different temperatures
  • Thermometer
  • Stopwatch
  • Lipase or bacteria culture (optional)
  • Phenolphthalein indicator (optional)

๐Ÿฆบ Safety Precautions

  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling
  • Do not consume any milk samples
  • Take care with hot water
  • Some indicators are irritants
  • Dispose of biological waste appropriately

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About RP10: Decay

RP10: Decay is a required practical for AQA GCSE Biology. This practical investigate the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring ph change

Students are expected to understand the method, identify and control variables, use appropriate equipment, analyse results, draw graphs, identify sources of error, suggest improvements, and consider safety precautions.

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