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Description
Includes
DNA extraction buffer; DNA sample in capped test tube; Five transfer pipets; Pop beads for building DNA model; Glass rod; Four graduated test tubes; Five wood splints for DNA spooling; Salt packet; Complete instructions, background information and study questions
Requires
Fresh onion pieces; Ripened fresh banana; Fresh strawberry pieces; 70% clear isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol); Distilled water
- Perform techniques used by scientists to explore the characteristics of DNA and see how DNA looks to the naked eye
- Explain the function of DNA in cells
- Build a simulated DNA model
- Learn what DNA looks like in solution and after it is spooled
- Isolate DNA from onion, banana or tomato cells and spool it from the solution
Order Info
Class size: five groups.
Specifications
Specifications
| Grade | 6 to 12 |
| For Use With (Application) | For DNA extract |
| Includes | DNA extraction Buffer; DNA sample in capped test tube; five transfer pipets; pop beads for building DNA model; Glass rod; four graduated test tubes; five wood splints for DNA spooling; salt packet; complete instructions; background information and study questions |
| Requires | Fruit, vegetables and 95 to 100% isopropyl alcohol |
| Time Range | 30 min. |
| Content And Storage | Refrigerated |
| Class Size | 10 Lab Groups |
| Product Type | Do Onions, Strawberries and Bananas Have DNA? Classroom Kit |
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