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Middle School Heart Physics & Biology Lab: 3-page STEM packet on circulatory anatomy, one-way valves, stroke volume, & cardiac output calculations.

Explore circulatory system anatomy, cardiac pressure differentials, one-way valve mechanics, fluid flow rates, and stroke volume! The Pumping Heart Chamber Fluid Dynamics STEM Lab (BIO02) challenges middle school student teams to act as biomedical engineers, constructing a working mechanical heart model to investigate how pressure differentials and one-way valves circulate fluid.

Students explore cardiac muscle contractions, atmospheric vs. chamber pressure, valve regurgitation prevention, stroke volume, and cardiac output math!

What Is Included in This 3-Page Packet?

Page 1: Teacher Guide & Lesson Plan: NGSS alignment (MS-LS1-2, MS-LS1-3, MS-ETS1-2), target science concepts, fluid station setup guide, expected student outcomes, answer keys, and cleanup safety rules.

Page 2: Student Mission Card & Blueprint: Real-world biomedical engineering and artificial heart device scenario hook, clear material limits box (jar, balloon, straws, tape, rubber band, colored water, graduated cylinder, timer), and a dedicated Cardiac Chamber & Fluid Valve Schematic sketching zone.

Page 3: Testing Log & Scientific Reflection: Structured Data Testing Table (track total beats, fluid volume pumped in mL, stroke volume in mL/beat, and valve leak notes), Applied Math Connection (calculate Stroke Volume and Estimated Cardiac Output in mL/min), and biology reflection questions.

Core STEM Skills Covered:

Biomedical Engineering & Cardiovascular Fluid Biomechanics

Fluid Pressure Differentials & One-Way Valve Mechanics

Cardiac Stroke Volume & Volumetric Flow Rate Analysis

Data Logging, Liquid Volume Measurement (mL), and Multiplication/Division Math

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

3-Page Professional Layout: Includes a complete Teacher Guide for seamless prep, keeping student lab sheets clean and ready to print!

Low-Cost Materials: Uses simple plastic cups/jars, balloons, drinking straws, tape, rubber bands, water, and graduated cylinders.

High-Impact Life Science Lab: Transforms abstract cardiovascular anatomy into a hands-on, interactive pumping model students love testing!

Print-Ready: High-resolution, 3-page PDF format ready for instant printing.

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Middle School Life Science & Biomechanics STEM Bundle: 5 complete lab packets (15 pages total) connecting human body systems, biomimicry, & plant biology. Transform middle school life science and biology units with the complete Life Science & Biomechanics STEM Lab Bundle (BIO01–BIO05)! Designed specifically for Grades 6–8, this comprehensive 15-page bundle delivers 5 hands-on, high-impact biomechanics challenges that connect human body systems, anatomical structures, fluid dynamics, biomimicry, and vascular plant biology to real-world biomedical engineering. Students explore musculoskeletal tendon mechanics, cardiac pressure differentials, thoracic pulmonary volume changes, avian airfoil flight dynamics, and plant xylem capillary transport through engaging physical science and engineering builds! Each lab follows our signature clean 3-page packet format: Page 1 Teacher Guide, Page 2 Student Mission Blueprint Workspace, and Page 3 Testing Log & Scientific Reflection. 📦 What Is Included in This 5-Lab Bundle (15 Pages Total)? BIO01: Bionic Robotic Hand Tendon Mechanics STEM Lab — Musculoskeletal anatomy, phalange joint flexion, forearm flexor tendons, biomimicry, and grip efficiency ratio math. BIO02: Pumping Heart Chamber Fluid Dynamics STEM Lab — Circulatory system, cardiac muscle contraction, fluid pressure differentials, one-way valves, stroke volume, and cardiac output math. BIO03: Mechanical Lung Air Pressure Simulator STEM Lab — Respiratory mechanics, thoracic cavity volume, diaphragm contractions, Boyle's Law pressure changes, and volume expansion ratios. BIO04: Bird Wing Aerodynamics Biomimicry STEM Lab — Avian biological adaptations, Bernoulli's Principle lift, airfoil camber curves, wing aspect ratios, and glide ratio math. BIO05: Plant Xylem Capillary Action STEM Lab — Plant vascular anatomy, xylem vessels, capillary action, adhesion vs. cohesion, transpiration pull, and fluid transport rate math. 📐 Core STEM Concepts & Applied Math Covered: Musculoskeletal System Integration & Tendon Tension Mechanics Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Pressure Differential Fluid Dynamics Boyle's Law, Stroke Volume, and Volumetric Flow Calculations Avian Structural Adaptations, Biomimicry Airfoils, and Glide Ratios Vascular Plant Xylem Transport, Capillary Action, and Fluid Speed Math 💡 Why Teachers Love This Bundle: Plug-and-Play Uniformity: Every packet features a standard, clean layout that students can navigate independently, freeing you to facilitate stations! Low-Cost Materials: Built entirely around everyday budget-friendly supplies (cardstock, straws, string, balloons, cups, bottles, food coloring, tape, and plant stalks). Print-Ready: Zip file containing 5 high-resolution, print-ready PDF files (15 Total Pages).

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