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Learn of the history and discover of DNA
Understand genetic inheritance and the role of DNA
Isolate DNA from plant material (not included)
Materials for 5 groups of students
Perfect for home school, science club, and science fair.
In this lab you will learn the history of the discovery of DNA and DNA structure. Understand the nature of genetic inheritance and the role of DNA and proteins in genetic expression while using biological detergents, enzymes, and ethanol to isolate DNA from plant material. You need to supply the plant material. Kit contains enough materials for 5 groups. Teacher’s Manual and Student Study Guide copymasters are included. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)* Disciplinary Core Ideas: LS1.A; LS3.A; LS3.B Performance Expectations: HS-LS1-1; HS-LS3-1; HS-LS3-2; HS-LS3-3 Cross Cutting Concepts: Structure and Function; Cause and Effect; Scale, Proportion and Quantity; Science is a Human Endeavor Engineering Practices: Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions; Asking Questions and Defining Problems; Analyzing and Interpreting Data; Engaging in Argument from Evidence