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DNA Extraction Lab

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Students extract DNA and test for its presence from unroasted (raw) wheat germ using a prescribed procedure. They modify the procedure to provide a less expensive, easier method. They also extract DNA from different available plant, animal and/or bacterial sources. The yield of DNA will be compared among the sources used.

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dna, deoxyribonucleic acid

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dna, science
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Grade
9th - Higher Ed
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
4 days
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
Year
1995
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