Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Pedigree Analysis: A Family Tree of Traits
Some characteristics, like the shape of your hairline, whether your earlobes are attached or detached, and whether or not you have freckles are inherited from your parents. In this science project you will learn about Mendelian traits,...
University of Maryland
Univ. Of Maryland Baltimore Cty/biology Century
Historical perspective on Mendel's contribution. Spends a little time setting up what the current beliefs of Mendel's day were and how he changed things with what he did.
Other
Lawrence Livermore National Lab: Probabilities of Traits
This site explains how to determine the chances of inheriting certain traits from our parents. It gives mathematical examples and exercises.
National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health
National Cancer Institute: What Are Gene Mutations?
This website provides an answer to the following question: "What are Gene Mutations?" Many links are provided throughout this short description that access information on related subjects.
Other
Biology Project: The Gene Machine
Site allows users to learn interesting information about their genes based on his/her physical traits. Provides a brief explanation of how a person's genotype is determined.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Plix: Punnett Squares
[Free Registration/Login Required] Use the color coding to help you complete the Punnett Square. You will need a sign-in to help you access this media, but it will be worth your time!
Sophia Learning
Sophia: X Linked Traits
This lesson will give examples of disorders that are linked to genes on the X chromosome.