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- 8th - 12th
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Students examine how cells reproduce themselves, and how chromosomes are copied and distributed. They create chromosomes using paper, yarn, string, and plastic knives, forks and spoons. Full Review »
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- 1st - 12th
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Students complete activities to explain and apply cell theory. Full Review »
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- 7th - 10th
Students explore DNA's double-helix structure discovered by Watson and Crick, and identify two general functions of DNA in a cell. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students study microsatellite markers and explain how they might be used to identify populations. They use data to make inferences about the populations of deep-sea corals. Full Review »
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- 5th - 8th
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Students construct a neuron. They investigate dendrites and axons. They explain the function of each structure within the neuron. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students explore the process of translation. They determine the correct sequencing and present their strands to the class. In addition, they compare normal red blood cells to sickle cells and complete discussion questions. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine how different nutrients in the soil and fertilizers affect plant growth. In groups, they participate in a role play in which allows them to see the interactions of humans and plants. They also read articles and record their opinions about issues related to agriculture. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are introduced to the concept of genetic engineering. In groups, they participate in a variety of experiments, in which they analyze the effect of chemicals on different substances. Using the internet, they research gossypol, test their hypothesis and report their findigns to the class. Full Review »
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- 5th - 10th
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Students research the functions of a cell through using a variety of activities. They are focused on the end result of creating a model of the cell that is labeled with the parts of a cell and how they function. Full Review »
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- 7th - 9th
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Students study DNA decoding and protein synthesis. They use the amino acid table to translate DNA, break DNA strands into three nucleotide codes, and translate nucleotides into amino acid protein codes. They research the importance of amino acids for their bodies. Full Review »
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