Unit 2: The Chemistry of Inheritance
DNA Structure and Replication
This unit introduces students to the basics of DNA structure and replication. The unit includes an accompanying laboratory
Detecting HFE Mutations in Human Genomic DNA which is a PCR-based lab to detect polymorphisms associated with an
inherited disease. This unit also includes a bioethics case study.nbsp;
Use the links below to access lectures, labs, animations and writing assignments for this unit.
Unit 002 Resources
Instructor's Guide
Contains guidelines for preparing laboratory reports, bioethics case study, writing assignments, and teaching and assessment suggestions
Instructor's GuideAnimation
To download animations of PCR right click on the format you need (MAC or PC) and select "Save Target As". Choose the destination to which you would like to save the animation, and select "Save".
PCR Animation MAC PCR Animation PCShare this resource.
Additional Resources
Training Support Program Biomath Other Multimedia from PromegaOther Units
Unit 1: The Relationship between Genes and Proteins Unit 3: Detecting Microbial Contamination Unit 4: Genomic DNA Purification (biochemistry emphasis) Unit 5:Solving a Crime Using DNA AnalysisGeneral Writing Resources for Scientists
A series of short articles covering grammar, style, usage and peer-review publication.