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 FINAL PERFORMANCE TASK
GENERAL BIOLOGY I

NAME: Randell John G. Calixterio

DATE: Nov. 23, 2024
GRADE AND SECTION: 11 STEM 12 SCORE:
Laboratory Experiment: Osmosis - Egg in Vinegar
Objective:
To observe and understand the process of osmosis by investigating the effect of vinegar (acetic acid)
on an egg's shell and membrane.
Introduction:
Osmosis is the movement of water molecules through a selectively permeable membrane from an area
of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration. This experiment uses an egg,
which has a semi-permeable membrane beneath its shell, to observe osmosis in action.
In this experiment, we will remove the eggshell by soaking the egg in vinegar (acetic acid), allowing
students to observe how the egg's membrane reacts to the surrounding solution.
Materials:
● 1 large egg (fresh)
● Vinegar (enough to fully submerge the egg)
● A clear glass jar or cup
● Measuring cup
● Water (optional, for rinsing)
● Ruler (optional)
● Paper towel
● Timer or clock
● Lab notebook

Hypothesis:

● Before beginning the experiment, formulate a hypothesis:

Your Hypothesis:

If I soak the egg in vinegar and then place it in saltwater, I think the egg will turn into a salted
egg because the saltwater will season it like a snack. The egg might even start to taste salty,
and the texture could change, making it feel more like a real salted egg you’d find at the
market.
Procedure:

1. Prepare the Egg:

o Place the egg in the glass jar or cup.
o Measure and record the initial size of the egg (e.g., diameter or
circumference), if applicable.
2. Submerge the Egg:
o Pour vinegar into the jar until the egg is fully submerged.
o Ensure the vinegar completely covers the egg to facilitate the reaction.
3. Observation of Reactions:
o After a few minutes, observe any immediate changes to the egg's appearance.
You should notice bubbles forming on the egg’s surface as the vinegar reacts
with the calcium carbonate in the eggshell.
4. Soak the Egg:
o Let the egg sit in the vinegar for at least 24-48 hours at room temperature.
o During this time, observe and record any visible changes to the egg at 12-hour
intervals.
5. After 24-48 Hours:
o Carefully remove the egg from the vinegar.
o Rinse the egg gently with water to remove any remaining vinegar.
o Record any changes in the egg’s size, texture, or appearance (such as increased
size, softness, or the disappearance of the eggshell).
6. Measure and Compare:
o Measure and compare the size of the egg before and after soaking in vinegar.
o Observe and document the changes in the egg’s texture and the effect on the
membrane. Is the egg now soft and squishy, or is it still firm?
7. Optional - Test Osmosis:
o If desired, you can now place the egg in a solution of either distilled water or a
hypertonic solution like saltwater to observe further osmosis (swelling in
water or
o shrinking in saltwater).

Safety Considerations:

● Handle the vinegar carefully to avoid skin contact or irritation.

● Wash your hands after handling the egg, especially if you are allergic to eggs.

Cleanup:
● Discard the vinegar solution properly (do not pour it down the sink if you're using large
amounts).
● Clean and dry your equipment.
Procedure for video making:
Production (Filming):
1. Start with an Introduction (10-20 seconds):
o Location: Start by filming a clear shot of the workspace with the materials laid out.
o Dialogue Example: "In this experiment, we will observe osmosis by soaking an egg
in vinegar and watching what happens to the egg over 24 hours."
o Show the materials needed in the experiment.
2. Filming the Procedure (30-60 seconds):
o Step 1 – Egg in Vinegar:
▪ Film yourself or demonstrate placing the egg in the glass jar.
▪ Mention any immediate reactions you observe (e.g., bubbles forming on the
egg).
▪ Dialogue Example: "Place the egg in a glass jar and pour enough vinegar to
fully submerge it. You may see bubbles form as the vinegar dissolves the
eggshell."
o Step 2 – Waiting Period:
▪ You don’t need to film the entire 24-hour wait, but you can show a time-lapse
of the egg soaking in the vinegar or mention you’ll check back later.
▪ Dialogue Example: "We will now wait for 24 hours for the vinegar to
dissolve the eggshell."
o Step 3 – After 24 Hours:
▪ Film the egg after the waiting period (remove it from the jar, rinse it, and
observe).
▪ Record the changes in size, texture, and appearance.
▪ Dialogue Example: "After 24 hours, we remove the egg from the vinegar
and rinse it gently. You can see that the eggshell has completely dissolved,
leaving a soft, squishy membrane."
3. Observation (20-30 seconds):
o Record close-up shots of the egg before and after the soaking process, focusing on
visible changes in size and texture.
o Mention the changes observed.
o Dialogue Example: "As you can see, the egg has swelled up slightly, and the
membrane is now visible without the hard outer shell."
4. Conclusion (10-20 seconds):
o Summarize the experiment’s results and briefly explain how it relates to osmosis.
o Dialogue Example: "In conclusion, this experiment demonstrates osmosis as water
moves into the egg through the semi-permeable membrane, causing it to swell."
Additional Tips:
● Keep it Short: Aim for a video length of 1 to 3 minutes to keep the content engaging and
focused.
● Clear Communication: Speak clearly and slowly, especially when explaining technical
terms.
● Show, Don’t Just Tell: Use visuals to support your explanations. For example, zoom in on
the egg when discussing changes in size or texture.
Observations:

● Record the changes in the egg's appearance, size, and texture during the experiment.

Date Started: Nov. 23, 2024

Time Started: 6:30 pm

Date Ended: Nov. 25, 2024

Time Ended: 6:30 pm

Noticeable changes in egg’s appearance, Noticeable changes in egg’s appearance,

size, and texture after 12 hours size, and texture after 24 hours

In the first 12 hours, In the 24 hours,

i have noticed that i have noticed that
the egg is not very the egg is a bit frothy,
frothy yet, and there is and the size also
no difference in size at all increased

Noticeable changes in egg’s appearance, Noticeable changes in egg’s appearance,

size, and texture after 36 hours size, and texture after 48 hours

In 36 hours, I have noticed In the 48 hours,

that more and more i have noticed that
bubbles are added and the egg has no shell
its shell is getting thinner and all I can see is the
yolk of the egg

● How does the egg feel after being soaked in vinegar? Does it float, sink, or change
shape? (Answer with at least 5 sentences up)

When I soak an egg in vinegar, its shell disappears because of a reaction, and bubbles form
on the surface. The egg feels soft and a bit bouncy since only the thin covering is left. At first,
it sinks, but it might float if the bubbles stick to it. The egg also gets a little bigger because it
soaks up some liquid. It looks smoother and kind of clear after the process.
Analysis:
Direction: Answer the following questions with at least more than 5 sentences.
1. What happened to the eggshell? Describe its appearance, size and texture. (After 48 hours)

When I soak an egg in vinegar, the shell slowly disappears because the vinegar breaks it
down. I see tiny bubbles forming on the egg, which means the reaction is working. After two
days, the egg is left with just its soft covering, making it squishy and a bit bouncy to touch. It
also gets a little bigger because it soaks up some of the liquid.

2. How does osmosis relate to this experiment?

In my opinion, osmosis is what makes the egg get bigger in this experiment. After the shell
disappears, the egg's shell lets liquid from the vinegar move inside the egg. This makes the
egg swell up as it takes in the liquid. It’s like the egg is drinking the vinegar!

3. Does the egg increase or decrease in size? (After 48 hours)

After 48 hours, the egg gets bigger. The shell is gone and only the yolk of the egg is left. The
egg absorbs liquid from the vinegar. This causes it to swell up. So, the egg increases in size.

Conclusion:

The vinegar dissolved the egg's shell, leaving just the soft membrane behind. The egg will
grow bigger because it soaked up some of the liquid, showing how osmosis works. The
membrane of the egg only lets certain things in, like water, while keeping others out. This
experiment helps us understand that the egg’s membrane is picky about what passes through
it. In living things, membranes work the same way to control what goes in and out of cells,
helping everything stay balanced and healthy.

Post-Experiment Questions:
Direction: Answer the following questions with at least more than 5 sentences.
1. What happens to the water molecules in the egg once the eggshell is dissolved?

After the eggshell dissolves, i noticed that the water from the vinegar moves into the egg.
This happens because there’s more water outside the egg than inside. The water fills up the
egg, making it swell and get bigger. This is called osmosis, where water moves from one
place to another.
 2. Why did the vinegar dissolve the eggshell? How does this process relate to osmosis?

The vinegar dissolves the eggshell because the some molecules in the vinegar breaks it down.
Once the shell is gone, the egg's soft membrane is left. After that, osmosis happens and
where the water from the vinegar moves into the egg making it swell up. So, vinegar takes
care of the shell, and osmosis helps the egg absorb the liquid. It's a cool way to see both
things in action!

3. How would you predict the egg would change if placed in saltwater after being soaked in
vinegar? Why?

When I put the egg in saltwater after soaking it in vinegar, I think it would shrink. Saltwater
has more salt than the inside of the egg, so the water inside the egg would move out to
balance things out. This would cause the egg to lose water and get smaller. It’s the opposite of
what happened in the vinegar, where the egg absorbed water and got bigger.