Curated OER
Control of Prokaryotic (Bacterial) Genes
A nicely formatted set of slides that logically follow and define the structure and function of the genes in Bacteria. The repressor proteins and other gene regulators are listed and diagrams support the explanations of their function on...
Curated OER
Raven Chapter 18 Guided Notes: Control of Gene Expression
So often, genetics worksheets focus on alleles and heredity. Here is one that focuses on the steps of the gene expression process. After reading a textbook chapter or listening to your lecture, AP biology buffs write short answers to...
Curated OER
Mutations and Gene Regulation
Teenaged scientists can use this quiz or study guide to show off their understanding of genetic mutations and their causes; includes short answer, multiple choice, matching, and more.
Curated OER
Genetic Vocabulary Review
In this genetics vocabulary worksheet, students answer 13 multiple choice questions about the structure and function of genes.
Curated OER
Controlling the Code: Molecules at Word
Students investigate how cells determine which genes will be expressed and which will be silent. In this genetics instructional activity, students use on-line resources to complete a worksheet and gather information about gene...
Curated OER
Gene Control in Prokaryotes
In this gene control worksheet, students use the example of the lactose operon structure to describe what happens when this structure is absent or mutated. This worksheet has 21 fill in the blank statements.
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Regulating Gene Expression
In this genes worksheet, students review the system that controls gene expression and the enzymes required for regulating genetic expression. This worksheet has 6 fill in the blank and 7 short answer questions.
Curated OER
Genetics - Critical Thinking
In this genetics worksheet, students review terms and processes associated with genetics. This worksheet has 2 multiple choice and 21 matching questions.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Provides an overview of gene regulation in prokaryotic cells while defining operon, explaining the roles of the operator, the promoter, and the repressor, and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Prokaryotic Gene Regulation
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers gene regulation in prokaryotes.
Nature Research
Scitable: Gene Expression and Regulation
Investigate gene expression with this collection of resources that explains how DNA is expressed to make RNA, how genes are turned "on" and "off", and what must occur for transcription to happen. The webpage explores gene expression by...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Gene Machine: The Lac Operon
Build a gene network. The lac operon is a set of genes which are responsible for the metabolism of lactose in some bacterial cells. Explore the effects of mutations within the lac operon by adding or removing genes from the DNA.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Overview: Gene Regulation in Bacteria
Get an overview of operons, regulatory DNA sequences, and regulatory genes. Also, explore repressor and activator proteins.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Dna From the Beginning: Genes Can Be Turned on and Off
Two French scientists describe the research they did to figure out how bacteria turn certain genes on and off. The topic is a little involved, but the animations should help you understand the process.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Lac Operon
Learn about the regulation of genes for lactose utilization. lac repressor, catabolite activator protein, and cAMP.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Trp Operon
Learn how the trp repressor controls gene expression. Find out about feedback inhibition and attenuation.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Regulation of the Iac Operon
Read a passage about the regulation of the Iac Operon and answer the follow-up questions.