After completing this unit, you will be able to:
identify the components of DNA
explain how DNA is transcribed and translated into amino acids to make proteins.
describe how genetic information is carried in DNA
examine explanations for the origin of DNA.
recognize that DNA is found in all living organisms
explain protein synthesis and gene expression
identify and illustrate changes to the nucleotide sequence of DNA resulting in mutations
predict possible outcomes of monohybrid crosses, dihybrid crosses, and non-Mendelian inheritance
recognize the significance of genetic variation as a result of the possible outcomes of various genetic combinations
recognize the significance of meiosis to sexual reproduction
Raise your hand and ask Ms. Partridge for the Mitosis vs Meiosis Venn Diagram. Move the statements to the correct areas of the Venn Diagram. When you think you have the Venn Diagram completed, ask Ms. Partridge to check your work! Click the link below to complete a quick assignment based on your work (minor summative)
Raise your hand and ask Ms. Partridge for the Let's Make a Baby Instructions and supplies. Click the link below to complete the table (minor summative). Then draw your baby!
Mechanisms of Genetics RETEST