Lesson 34 of 84 · Inheritance and Traits
Experiment⭐ 30 XPGenetic Variation in Populations (Part 2)
Inheritance and Traits.
🎯 Your mission
Set it up. Test it. Be amazed.
⚡ The twist
Nature loves to surprise the careful watcher.
Mind = Blown
🔬 The more you look, the more nature shows you.
Make a hypothesis first
Before you start: write down what you think will happen, and why.
What You'll Learn
DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) carries the genetic instructions for building and maintaining an organism. It is shaped like a twisted ladder called a double helix.
Key Words
- parent
- characteristic
Materials Needed
- ruler
- scissors
- microscope (or magnifying glass)
- slides
Safety First
- Keep small objects away from young children.
- Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.
- Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
Steps
Study the diagram and label the parts you recognize.
Compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Create a Venn diagram showing their similarities and differences.
Observe what happens and describe it in detail.
Record your observations in your science journal with measurements and descriptions.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What is the shape of DNA?
Where you see this in real life
This shows up in your everyday life more than you'd think.
Stretch Challenge
Try this in real life this week.
Try one experiment in real life this week — even a tiny one.
For the dinner table
“What's the most surprising thing you learned today?”
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