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Forward and backward, it's all the same! Scientists recently discovered the y chromosome's palindrome nature suggests it's possible to for the y chromosome to recombine with itself! An animation resource gives viewers insight into the structure of the chromosome and the implications of the new discovery.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Pair with additional resources from the same author to create a unit on DNA
- Have pupils create a three-dimensional model of the x and y chromosome
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a previous understanding of the structure of a chromosome
Pros
- Provides links to resources to encourage further research
- Visuals strengthen the conceptual understanding
Cons
- None