Phenylthiocarbamide Taste Paper, 100 Strips Per Vial, Pack of 12 Vials, 1200PK

Frey Scientific Human Genetic Phenylthiocarbamide Taste Paper allows you to determine genetic taste responses. Each paper strip is impregnated with phenylthiocarbamide (PTC), which detects the presence or absence of a single gene. When licking this paper, 70 percent of the population will detect a definite bitter taste, while the other 30 percent will not taste anything! Use this genetic tasting paper for studying genetic transfer of dominant and recessive genes, random segregation, or simply for fun! Each strip measures approximately 1-1/2 H x 1/4 W inches. Sold as 12 vials with 100 strips in each clear plastic vial (for a grand total of 1,200 strips).