Su's Handbag Swab Tests
Just how filthy is Su's handbag? Take a look at the tests Martin is having done to find out.
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1. Su's Handbag Test
Martin gives Su's handbag to Nicky and Caray, from Anglia Ruskin University's Science and Technology department, ready to be tested.
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2. Su's Handbag Test
Before we've even started testing it's not looking great. This is the inside of Su's bag - never been cleaned!
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3. Su's Handbag Test
Martin begins to take out the (filthy) items that are going to be tested.
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4. Su's Handbag Test
Martin helps Caray take a swob of the handle of Su's bag.
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5. Su's Handbag Test
"The inside pocket surely can't have bacteria in it, it's zipped up all the time!" - Well we'll find out soon Su.
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6. Su's Handbag Test
Used everyday, her car key is placed in the container for tests.
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7. Su's Handbag Test
The final swab is taken. Is bacteria from her bag making her phone dirty too?
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8. Su's Handbag Test
Su thinks this cream is good for her hands, but is it actually just making them dirtier?
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9. Su's Handbag Test
Su glassed case is a nice shiny silver colour... but is the shine caused by bacteria? We'll find out soon.
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10. Su's Handbag Test
Tightly, sealed and ready for the growth of bacteria. Will any grow? We'll find out tomorrow.