On Paper :
1. Briefly describe the results of your experiment. Did it grow? Did it glow?
2. What other organisms display bioluminescence? Name and describe three species from any kingdom.
3. Explain what SYBR Green is. What is its use?
4. Luciferin is the chemical that makes this fungus glow. Find out how that happens by researching the chemical Luciferin.
D. Conclusions :
Write a paragraph with any conclusions from observations.
( Questions to consider: How long did it take for the bioluminescence to develop? What part glowed? if not, pose an answer for why not? Did the glowing stop; why? Was there other fungal growth in your petri dish? Talk about and analyze your observations and measurements. )