Functions of Major Human Organs

Ever wonder how taste receptors work? How does a pinhole in an index card help explain nearsightedness and farsightedness? Why does milk make me sick? Explore the functioning of the major human organ systems and their interactions with these FREE Science-themed educational resources by Exploratorium–all aligned to NY State Academic Standards.

Elementary School

Your Sense of Taste by Exploratorium

In this activity by Exploratorium, students will explore how sweet, sour, salt and bitter tastes are transmitted from the tongue to the brain.

Related NY State Academic Standards: MST4.I.LE.1.2

Middle School

Pinhole Magnifier by Exploratorium

In this activity by Exploratorium, students will use a pinhole magnifier to explore the difference between nearsightedness and farsightedness.

Related NY State Academic Standards: MST4.I.LE.1.2

High School

Milk Makes Me Sick by Exploratorium

In this activity by Exploratorium, students will explore how lactase enzyme breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose to make it digestible for people with lactose intolerance.

Related NY State Academic Standards: MST4.I.LE.1.2, MST4.C.LE.LE.1.2, and more!

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