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Students participated in a lab which allowed them to test whether they are a "Taster or Non-Taster" using PTC paper (a simple genetic test). We talked about genotypes and phenotypes.
We are working on an online Geniverse Lab click here to see it. Students have lab sheets to follow along with the lab where they explore basic concepts in genetics. Students are expected to finish the training section in class.
Punnett SquaresWe are working through dominant and recessive traits with Spongebob and the gang. We will look at traits for potential offspring by doing Punnett Squares. Later in the lab we will also learn about incomplete dominance.
Punnet Square Activities
PedigreeGummi Bear Genetics
(Using bears for boys and Swedish fish for females) Click on the image above to locate the documents you would need to complete this lab at home. |
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Extra Pedigree Practice Worksheets
Extension Activities for Genetics
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Click on the image above to connect to connect to the DNA structure virtual lab.
Cells Alive! You can do simulations and learn about genetics. Check out GeneTiCs Alive! for specific genetics information and simulations. Click on the picture above to explore this activity.
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Click on the picture above to explore Bacterial Identification by DNA virtual lab. A challenging extension for students to really dig into how modern genetic research is done.
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Learn more from Khan Academy, click the image above.
Learn more about sex-linked traits by watching the video from Khan Academy. CLICK ON THE IMAGE ABOVE
Classical vs Transgenic Breeding of Plants. Click on the picture above to watch the PBS video.
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Click on the image above for more information.
Click on the above picture to play Zoo Matchmaker
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Click on the picture to read about GM foods.
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Click on the cross above for additional practice with x-linked traits.
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