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Do you sneeze when you go from dark to light areas? Twenty-five percent of the population does! It turns out that the characteristic is due to genetic code. Explore why this happens with a video from the Veritasium playlist that breaks down the genetic code and offers explanations for the existence of the photic sneeze reflex.
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Instructional Ideas
- Conduct an experiment to determine the number of pupils that have the "sun sneeze gene"
- Record new vocabulary in a graphic organizer for quick reference
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a basic understanding of the components of chromosomes
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Explores various theories of the cause of the photic sneeze reflex
- Highlights genetic vocabulary throughout the lesson
Cons
- None