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Description
- With this model your students make base pairs and combine them to make a model of the DNA double helix.
- Learn about the importance of: complementary base pairing, nucleotide structure, double-helix shape, 5' and 3' ends, antiparallel strands, sugar-phosphate backbone, purines and pyrimidines and DNA sequence.
- Resource for advanced or introductory level lessons.
- You can make as long a DNA model as you like with any sequence you wish you use.
- Takes about 20 minutes to make a 12 base pair model.
- Origami Organelles are downloadable paper models that you print and make as many times as you like. When you purchase a model, provide an email address for the PDF to be emailed to and then you are licensed for unlimited use on a single site or campus.
- Dimensions: DNA strand: 43 cm (17 in.) long and 10 cm (4 in.) wide
- Download includes: instructions, color and mono model templates and PowerPoint file
- All you need: paper, scissors and tape
Specifications
Specifications
| Grade | 4 to 12 |
| Format | Model |
| Width (English) | 4 in. |
| Width (Metric) | 10 cm |
| Languages | English |
| Subject | Biology - Life Science |
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