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What is DNA and How Does it Work? Instructional VideoWhat is DNA and How Does it Work? Instructional Video
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Stated Clearly
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
5:24
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For Teacher Use
Duration
10 mins
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Direct Instruction
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What is DNA and How Does it Work?

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Explaining exactly how DNA works to provide genetic information is a complex topic, but it is presented in a clear and engaging way through a five-minute video. Have learners try to explain how DNA works before watching the video, then again after watching to see how their understanding has improved. 

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Concepts

dna, deoxyribonucleic acid, genetic code, genetics, ribonucleic acid, rna, protein

Additional Tags

genetic code, dna, proteins, rna, molecular blueprint, science

Pros

  • Engaging graphics accompanied by a clear and concise narration will help learners of a variety of ages better understand the topic
  • Written transcript of video narration provided

Cons

  • No lessons or materials to go with the video

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Uncover the basics of DNA structure through exploration activities. Collaborative groups build DNA models and recreate the process of replication. Then, using plant cells such as peas or strawberries, they extract a DNA sample.
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What is DNA and How Does it Work?

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Discussions of DNA occur in Jurassic Park, X-men, Dexter, and CSI, yet many don't fully understand it. The video explains what DNA is, where it is located, and how it forms proteins. The chemistry of life becomes understandable through...
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I wish I was adenine because then I could get paired with U. Awwww. The video explains what DNA is made of and analyzes its structure. Video includes a short pop quiz about base pairs before explaining the differences between RNA and DNA...
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How Does Work...Work?

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What makes a clock tick or a bulb light up? The concept of work is explained to a backdrop of clever animation. Physics fans learn that the amount of work equals the product of the force and distance, and that the rate equals the amount...
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In order to understand DNA fingerprinting, advanced biology aces divise a crime scenario and analyze three different samples of lambda DNA. This creative lesson plan provides practice with micropipettes, electrophoresis boxes, and other...
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