2. DNA and genetics
Videos
Tools and simulations
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Learning Intentions
- Describe the role of DNA as the blueprint for controlling the characteristics of organisms.
- Explain the development of Watson and Crick double helix model of DNA
- Use models and diagrams to represent the relationships between DNA, genes and chromosomes.
- Explain how genetic information is passed onto offspring from both parents by meiosis and fertilisations.
- Model patterns of inheritance of simple dominant/recessive characteristics through generations of a family.
- Predict simple ratios of offspring genotypes and phenotypes in crosses
- Describe mutations as changes in DNA and outline the factors that contribute to causing mutations.
- Investigate the applications of gene technologies such as gene therapy.
- Discuss the use of genetic testing for ethical reasons and genetic counselling.
Notes
Science News
Visualisation of molecular machines working with DNA