Investigating Spontaneous Generation
Product Code : JA-ME-7148
The Investigating Spontaneous Generation kit (SKU JA-ME-7148) lets a class of 40 students recreate Louis Pasteur's 1864 experiment on whether life can arise from non-living matter. Students grow organisms in flasks exposed to particles in the air and compare them with flasks that have S-shaped necks, open to air but not to particulate matter. This spontaneous generation kit is supplied by JaincoLab for microbiology and history-of-science lessons.
Specifications
The kit is sized for a class of 40 students and is built around flasks with open and S-shaped necks; the individual components are not listed in the product data and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Investigating Spontaneous Generation |
| SKU | JA-ME-7148 |
| Product type | Microbiology investigation kit |
| Experiment | Recreation of Pasteur's spontaneous generation experiment |
| Method | Organisms grown in flasks exposed to airborne particles, compared with flasks with S-shaped necks exposed to air but not particulate matter |
| Class size | 40 students |
| Kit contents | Confirmed on the quotation |
Applications of the spontaneous generation kit
The kit is used to show why sterilised broth stays free of microbes unless airborne particles reach it, the result that disproved spontaneous generation.
- Microbiology lessons on sterilisation and contamination
- History of science lessons on Pasteur's work
- Senior secondary and B.Sc biology practicals
- Discussing controls and variables in experiment design
- Introducing aseptic technique
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers the spontaneous generation kit as described in the specification table. Anything the current product data does not state, together with accessories, spares and order quantities, is confirmed on the quotation.
Packing, lead time and any minimum order are stated on the quotation once the quantity and destination are known. JaincoLab handles single orders, bulk supply for colleges and schools, and tender requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What experiment does the kit recreate?
Pasteur's experiment comparing nutrient broth in flasks exposed to airborne particles with broth in flasks with S-shaped necks.
How many students does it serve?
The kit is designed for a class of 40 students.
Related products
See the wider microbiology equipment range for related laboratory items from JaincoLab.
Request a quote
Request pricing for the spontaneous generation kit (SKU JA-ME-7148) through the JaincoLab contact page, stating the number of units and where they are to be delivered, or write to [email protected]. For tender or project supply, see our tenders page.
