Chapter 11
We will be looking at inheritance and genetics in much more detail through this chapter. Students will learn about genetic disorders and patterns of complex inheritance. A final project will involve a research presentation on a genetic disorder of their choosing or creation of a pedigree for their family.
Pedigree Investigator Virtual Lab
Complete the family pedigree using the information and interviews on the website linked below.
CLICK HERE to be taken to the webquest
Sex-Linked Traits Virtual Lab
Follow this link below to be taken to the virtual lab on sex-linked traits. You may complete this with a partner and only hand in one sheet. Your objective, just like in other virtual labs, is to READ THE DIRECTIONS and then complete the table and journal questions.
CLICK HERE to be taken to the webquest
DNA Extraction Virtual Lab
Follow this link below to be taken to the virtual lab on DNA extraction. You may complete this with a partner and only hand in one sheet. Simply follow the prompts and complete the questions about DNA extraction.
Genetics Webquest
You should click on the "Open Chromosomal Disorder Webquest" below the document below and make a copy in your own Google Docs. Make sure you share your copy with me. You can then complete it right in Google Drive. OR You can copy and paste everything below into your own Google Doc and share that...your choice.