How does the process of protein synthesis reflect the flow of genetic information and what factors can influence the integrity of this process?
Critical Thinking: Encourage students to analyze and solve problems related to protein synthesis.
Global Citizenship: Discuss the broader implications of protein synthesis in health and disease management.
Learner’s Mindset: Foster curiosity about molecular biology and its applications.
What is the role of mRNA in transmitting genetic information from DNA to ribosomes, and how does this process occur?
How do ribosomes use the information from mRNA to assemble proteins, and what steps are involved in this process?
What are the causes and types of mutations in DNA, and how can these mutations impact the function of proteins and the organism?
Acquiring Information - Using a variety of pieces of lab equipment to receive the most accurate data. Developing good techniques to become precise when using lab equipment. Using proper lab and problem solving skills to create data and form conclusions.
Analyzing Information - Analysis of data points that devices give, then determining if that device is accurate enough for the given task. Analysis of a situation and providing the safest environment for themselves and others within the lab.
Connecting Information - Discovering similarities and differences between the types of properties of matter and how they are determined.
Mendelian Genetics NGSS Standards
HS-LS1-1: Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the structure of DNA determines the structure of proteins.
HS-LS3-1: Ask questions to clarify relationships about the role of DNA and chromosomes in coding the instructions for characteristic traits passed from parents to offspring.
Animation videos of transcription and translation.
Interactive models of DNA, mRNA, and protein synthesis.
Case studies on genetic mutations and their effects.
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