Explore Nutritional Macromolecules
The Food Chemistry Model Set from Mega Molecules invites students to visually and physically explore the building blocks of nutrition—carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. Designed for high school through college learners, it combines tactile learning with fundamental food chemistry concepts to deepen understanding through model-building experiments.
Build & Compare Carbohydrates, Proteins & Lipids
Featuring 450 precision components, the kit enables students to construct monosaccharides and demonstrate dehydration synthesis to form complex carbohydrates. It supports the assembly of amino acids and their polymerization into proteins. Learners can also build and compare saturated versus unsaturated fats, gaining a contextual understanding of lipid structure and function.
Engaging, Guided Learning Activities
Two engaging hands-on activities are designed to deepen students' understanding of food chemistry. In the first activity, students build and analyze the molecular structures of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, simulating real chemical reactions such as dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis. This structured exploration reinforces how macronutrients are formed and broken down in the body. In the second activity, titled “The Mystery of Poisoning at the Teacher’s Appreciation Luncheon!”, students apply their molecular modeling skills to a creative, problem-solving scenario. They must identify which food component may have caused the illness by analyzing nutritional molecules and tracing possible contaminants. Together, these activities provide a balanced mix of scientific rigor and storytelling that brings food chemistry to life.
Durable, Color‑Coded Components
Crafted from high-quality plastic, all atoms and bonds are color‑coded to align with international conventions. Parts connect easily with smooth push-and-twist bonds, providing a quiet, user-friendly experience in classrooms or labs.
Support for Core Science Standards
Aligned with food chemistry fundamentals and broader biochemistry topics, the set encourages inquiry-based learning in nutrition science, reinforcing how molecular structure influences biological function.
Learning Activities for Food Chemistry (Nutrition) Model Set
Mystery of Poisoning at the Teacher's Appreciation Luncheon!
