Innovating Science™ Introduction to Mendelian Genetics Kits

Description

In this activity, students can simulate Mendel's work and determine patterns of inheritance.

When Austrian monk Gregor Mendel began observing and analyzing various traits of pea plants in the 1800s, little did he realize that his work would eventually become a foundation for the basis of modern genetics.

• Using special chips and “double dice,” students can simulate both monohybrid and dihybrid crosses
• After crosses, students determine genotypic and phenotypic ratios for select traits
• Compare values to theoretical “ideal” values as put forth by Mendel
• Contains enough materials for 15 groups

Kit Contents:

• 15 monohybrid chips, female (red/yellow)
• 15 monohybrid chips, male (red/white)
• 15 dihybrid double dice, female (colored)
• 15 dihybrid double dice, male (clear)
• 15 plastic shaker cups

Specifications

• Color: White
• Grade: 7 to 14
• Age: 13 to 20
• For Use With (Application): Used to simulate mendelian genetics and determine patterns of inheritance
• Includes: 15 monohybrid chips, female (red/yellow), 15 monohybrid chips, male (red/white), 15 dihybrid double dice, female (colored), 15 dihybrid double dice, male (clear), 15 plastic shaker cups, teacher's manual and student study guide copymasters
• Quantity: 1
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 9.75 x 6.25 x 4 in.
• Class Size: 15 Lab Groups
• Product Type: Mendelian Genetics Kit