Although you won't be operating on real cells, you'll define some of the challenges faced in this type of transplant procedure. Cell Add 0.5 grams of gelatin powder to a beaker. Put on your safety goggles. Your instructor will add 45 mL of hot water to the powder. Carefully mix the powder.
Hot water can produce serious burns.
Handle with care and follow all laboratory precautions identified by your instructor. Add 45 mL of cool water to the dissolved gelatin. Mix well and place this liquid gelatin in an ice-water bath. After about ten minutes to fifteen minutes, examine the consistency of the gelatin. You'll need to work with a soft, just setting mixture.