Sample preparation task 8, by E. Sichel on July 8, 2002

Ceramicrete

Assistance provided by Ann Bodio, student technician.

Nine live scallop shells were affixed to plastic netting. The animals were out of water for about 45 minutes because the first batch of Ceramicrete was too thin and additional Ceramicrete powder was added. The shells had been patted dry with paper towels. After a thickened paste was affixed to the shells and netting and dried on the bench top in air, the animals were returned to a saltwater tank. A half hour later, all nine animals were still attached.