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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

DNA and Genetic Expression

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars, in groups, complete a worksheet on DNA transcription and translation. They determine codons for particular amino acids. They attempt to introduce mutations to determine what will happen to the DNA sequence.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Molecular Evidence for Evolutionary Relationships

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners compare the amino acid sequences in cytochrome-c for a variety of organisms and use this information to infer evolutionary relationships. Students investigate the role of homeobox genes and what this indicates about the...
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Lesson Plan
Science 4 Inquiry

The Last Supper: Identifying Macromolecules

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Why do medical examiners always state the contents of a person's stomach? Scholars learn about the importance of macromolecules through a case study of stomach contents. They perform multiple tests to determine a conclusion before they...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Cytochrome-C Lab

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine a method biologists use to try to determine relationships. They examine how amino acid sequences have been determined for a number of proteins, and how scientists can make inferences about DNA based on the amino acid...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Protein - Complete and Incomplete

For Teachers All
The relationship between how an individual looks and feels and the nutrients he or she eats. Identify proteins (complete and incomplete), their sources, and functions in the body. National Standard 14.2.1 Define amino acids, complete and...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Spanish Omelet

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers use analogies to show the relationships among cell, nucleus, genes, chromosome, ribosome, replication, mitosis, transcription, translation, DNA, RNA, amino acids and proteins, genotype, phenotype, and genetics vs....
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Genetics 3 Translation

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders first summarize the process of translation, and then they identify and restate the processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation in their own words. They also define the purpose of each and identify what the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Genetic Challenge Worksheet

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this genetics activity, students describe how to tell the difference between DNA, RNA, and proteins. Students also learn about the processes of transcription and translation. This activity has 3 short answer and 3 fill in the blank...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

DNA Coloring - Transcription and Translation

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
In this DNA worksheet, pupils review the transcription and translation processes. Students label and color the different parts of a DNA strand. This worksheet has 7 fill in the blank questions.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

DNA and RNA Structure and Transcription

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars compare and contrast the structure of RNA and DNA.They summarize the process of transcription and translation. The lesson uses an inquiry model and the use of codes in DNA.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Understanding of the Structure of an Amino Group

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students review the characteristics of acids and bases. They examine the structure of an amino group and compare amines to ammonia. They work together to develop the concent of polymerization.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Summer Science Recipes: Experiments on the Grill and in the Kitchen

For Teachers Higher Ed
Generate ideas about the most scientifically sound ways to prepare foods safely and efficiently during the summer season. Learners will use the GED Connection Science Workbook, so they can practice the skills needed to prepare for the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

DNA. RNA, and Proteins

For Students 9th - 12th
A comprehensive five-page quiz or study guide covering DNA and its related processes. Young geneticists will need a strong understanding in order to complete this handout, which includes multiple choice, matching, compare/contrast, and...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Chemistry Worksheet 14

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this chemistry worksheet, students sketch several diagrams of different peptide chains. Students sketch diagrams of galactose and fructose.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Biology: Protein Study

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students in pairs, select and view proteins from the Protein Data Bank. After downloading the tutorial and instructions, they identify the protein's structures and primary biological functions. Then, students present their findings to...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Relationships and Biodiversity

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students examine diversity on the planet and the differences within a species.  In this investigative instructional activity students complete a lab that allows students to better understand the relatedness between plants. 
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Activity
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

How Do Fibers Form?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
The proteins inside a cell determine the shape of the cell. While most red blood cells have a circular shape, those with sickle cell take the shape of a sickle. This change in shape causes multiple issues in the system. Scholars solve...
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Interactive
Concord Consortium

Exploring Hydrophobic Core

For Students 9th - 12th
How do the hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions of a protein affect its shape? Science scholars explore the molecular properties of protein molecules using a detailed interactive. The resource allows the user to rotate the protein, view...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2015 AP® Biology Free-Response Questions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Many future doctors earn college science credit by passing the AP biology test while still in high school. Help young scientists prepare for the exam by studying past test questions. Each of the eight questions covers multiple topics...
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AP Test Prep
College Board

2013 AP® Biology Free-Response Questions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
AP® free-response questions are often challenging for scholars. Give them practice writing free-response questions using former questions from the AP® Biology exam on topics such as genetic mutations, cellular respiration, evolution, and...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Biology Vocab #2

For Students 8th - 9th
In this word search worksheet, students locate words related to biology. The word list includes polar molecule, amino acid, lipid, polymer, and carbon.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Molecular Evidence for Evolutionary Relationship

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the relationship between humans and yeast. In this evolution lesson, students compare amino acids in a variety of life forms.  Students will watch films on similarities of the genetic code that structures an...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

How DNA Controls the Workings of the Cell

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this DNA learning exercise, students compare the DNA sequence of a human and a cow to complete 4 fill in the blank questions and 4 short answer questions.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Coding of Protein Molecules by DNA

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the production of proteins by the DNA. In this protein synthesis lesson plan, students use paper models to explore transcription and translation to make proteins using DNA. Students answer 10 questions to demonstrate...

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