Curated OER
From Gene to Protein ~ Transcription and Translation
Translate the process of protein synthesis to your molecular biologists with this instructional activity. It consists of reading, completing a table as a summary, comprehension questions, and a modeling activity for both transcription...
Curated OER
Gene Expression DNA to RNA to Protein to Trait
There are six boxes on this genetics worksheet. In one, learners draw and label the DNA molecule. In another, they compare pre-mRNA to mRNA. Other boxes require definitions, labeling, and explaining relationships.
Curated OER
From Gene to Protein
Here is a detailed presentation to assist in your lectures on the difficult topic of genetic transcription. The history, discovery, and scientific breakthroughs will spark interest. The last 15 slides deal with the biochemistry and...
Curated OER
DNA
this DNA Powerpoint describes replication, and communicates the concept that viral DNA can program cells.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: A Magnetic Primer Designer
How do scientists "copy" DNA? They use a process called the Polymerase Chain Reaction, or PCR. The key to making this process work is having a primer that will stick to the piece of DNA you want to copy, called a template. In this...
Ohio State University
Ohio State University: Dna Replication
This site from Ohio State University provides a good outline of the process of replicating DNA. The outline contains a numerous amount of embedded vocabulary links, illustrations of the process and also review questions and solutions.
Other
North Dakota State: Dna Structure
A brief text overview of DNA structure and an introduction or mention of the various forms of DNA.