Expert: Christopher Rosch - 1/2/2006

Question
Hello, I have decided to perform an experiment on bread mold for a science project, and no matter what resources I try, I cannot find sufficient information on bread mold in general.  Is there any knowledge or resources that you would be able to share with me?  Thank you.
-Lauren

Answer
Hello Lauren,

try to search for "Rhizopus" in Google or any other search engine. Rhizopus is the scientific name for the common bread mold; Rhizopus nigricans (= Rhizopus stolonifer) is the black bread mold.

These links might help you in designing an experimental approach (the first contains FAQs concerning similar science projects; the second link directs to a protocol):
http://www.seps.org/cvoracle/faq/mold.html
http://www.geocities.com/nick8_h/Breadmould.htm

See also:
http://www.backyardnature.net/f/bredmold.htm
http://www.mps.k12.vt.us/msms/grade6/mold.html

Good luck with your project! Best regards,
Christopher