Investigating Gravitropism with Dandelions

 


Image credit: Greg Hume

Dandelions aren't the most obvious resource for the science classroom. However, dandelion flower stalks (scapes) have a strong gravitropic response, and this practical offers a simple and fun way to look at gravitropism over the course of a double lesson.

Just one of the resources from the excellent SAPS website.

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