Instructional Video

Is the Y Chromosome Disappearing?

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Bye bye, Y! Is the most fundamental difference between men and women slowly going away? Science scholars discover the story behind the ever-shrinking Y chromosome in an interesting human biology video. Topics covered include the function of the Y chromosome and its changes over the course of history.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Pair pupils to research current studies researchers are conducting on the Y chromosome
  • Have a class discussion about the possible traits regulated by the genes present on the Y chromosome
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners should have prior knowledge of human DNA and sexual reproduction
  • Video is part of a large playlist that covers a range of topics in the field of biology
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Resource includes images of male human chromosome pairs to give viewers an idea of their appearance
  • The narrator skillfully explains difficult subject matter such as gene regulation and expression
Cons
  • None
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