Philip Harris The Gram Stain Kit

This Gram Stain Kit provides everything needed for students to carry out the classic Gram staining technique, helping them identify and classify bacteria in a hands-on, practical way. Ideal for secondary schools and colleges, it supports teachers with clear instructions and safety guidance, making microbiology accessible and safe in the classroom.

• Comes with full teaching notes and a booklet on safe handling of micro-organisms

• Designed for use with a microscope fitted with a x100 oil immersion objective

• Suitable for A-Level and advanced secondary science lessons

• The Gram Stain Kit contains:

  • Escherichia coli culture

  • Staphylococcus albus culture

  • Crystal Violet stain

  • Grams Iodine stain

  • Phenol-Fuschin stain

  • Dropping bottles for alcohol

  • Full teaching notes

  In addition, the following equipment is required:

  • Distilled water

  • Inoculating loop

  • Alcohol

  • Glass microscope slides

  • Filter paper

  • Forceps

  • Bunsen Burner

  • A microscope fitted with a x100 oil immersion objective to view the prepared slide.