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Macromolecules Quiz

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High School Tests:
This quiz assesses students knowledge of macromolecules including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Students need to know what are organic compounds, metabolism, and monomer and polymer examples of the four macromolecules. More...

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High School

DNA Quiz

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High School Tests:
This quiz assesses students knowledge of DNA's structure, semiconservative DNA replication, DNA and genes, complimentary base pairing, and enzymes involved in DNA replication. More...

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High School

DNA Extraction Lab

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High School Experiment:
Students will extract and compare DNA from both bananas and strawberries. More...

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High School

DNA Extraction

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High School Experiment:
Students extract DNA from their cheek cells and relate the steps in the procedure to the characteristics of cells and DNA. Students learn about DNA structure and replication during the intervals required for the extraction procedure. More...

Published by Ingrid Waldron and Jennifer Doherty
High School

DNA Rap Lyrics

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High School Project:
Students will write lyrics about DNA and DNA replication to their own made up rap song. Topics include: double helix, nucleotides, template strands, nitrogen bases, pyrimidines, purines, complimentary base pairing, DNA replication, DNA helicase enzyme, DNA polymerase enzymes, Okazaki fragments, lagging and leading strands, and 5 prime - 3 prime. More...

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High School

Macromolecule Monomers and Polymers

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High School Worksheet:
This is a good practice worksheet for students to practice matching monomers with their polymers. Simple and effective. More...

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High School

Understanding Cancer

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High School Lecture:
This is a detailed PowerPoint presentation about what is cancer, the kinds of cancer, screening methods, causes, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, and so much more. It is 63 slides in length that can be edited, shortened, etc. More...

Published by National Cancer Institute
High School

Double Helix Activity

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High School Activity:
Students learn about DNA nucleotides, base paring, and super coiling by building a classroom size double helix. More...

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High School

Issues in Genomics

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High School Research:
Articles in human genomics including: applications of genomic mapping, ethics in genomics, genetic information and privacy, genetic manipulation, understanding genomes, and more. Great for students to research a topic and present it to the class. More...

Published by Action Bio Science
High School

DNA Structure Worksheet

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High School Worksheet:
Students answer questions about DNA’s structure, genetic code is the nitrogen base sequence, complimentary base pairing, and DNA replication. More...

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High School

Cracking the Code of Life

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High School Multimedia:
This NOVA video covers topics including the human genome, mutations, genetic variations, the supreme court decision to patent genes, finding cures to diseases, and genetic modification. More...

Published by WGBH Educational Foundation and Clear Blue Sky Productions
High School

Genetic Jewels: Building the DNA Model

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High School Activity:
Students build short segments (about 10 base pairs) of DNA, becoming intimately involved in its structure. The materials and final product provide a distinctive and useful piece of jewelry (earrings) that can be worn or given as gifts. The kinesthetic experience and durable product combine to make a lasting impression, and something useful deeply learned about a seemingly complex topic. More...

Published by Thomas Atkins and Joyce Roderick
High School

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