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(10 Points TOTAL): Create a custom Capsaicin page that includes the following information. 1 point for MEDIA (picture/video/sheet/etc) and 1 point for accompanying text. Make your page as π₯π₯π₯ Β as capsaicin.
(2 points) Chemistry of Capsaicin: How does the structure affect Capsaicin behavior and interactions with other chemicals. Is it polar or nonpolar? Organic or inorganic? Mixes with oil or water?
(2 points) Source of Capsaicin: Where is it found? How do we extract it? What processes are involved? How do we measure the concentration (is there a scale?)
(2 points) History of Capsaicin: When was it discovered? What societies through history have used Capsaicin? How has it impacted humans or cultures over time?
(2 points) Industrial Applications of Capsaicin: How is it used now? What industries is it used in? Can we use it at school? What professions might use Capsaicin?
(2 points) Biological Impacts of Capsaicin: How does it interact with our bodies? What mechanisms does Capsaicin trigger? What organs are affected by Capsaicin, and are there any associated diseases or health benefits? Are any animals immune from the effects of Capsaicin?
Red 40 Investigation (5 points TOTAL)
(2 point) Find a news article about the upcoming bans on food dyes, including Red 40. Include a link to that article, a snippet of text from the article including legislation and dates that the ban goes into effect.
(2 point) Find a scientific journal paper that documents that health issues associated with Red 40 or other associated dyes. Link + Summarize the journal paper.
(1 point) Include at least 4 pieces of media (including the 2 here) for Red 40 or other dyes.
Extra Credit (5 points)
Extra Credit (5 points)
Bring in an unopened bottle of hot sauce to donate to Room 65, record the evidence (via picture or video), and post it on the page.
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