Genome British Columbia
Genome British Columbia: Dna Extraction Experiment
This experiment uses simple, easy to obtain ingredients. It involves extracting DNA from fruit. It is recommended for grades 8 and up but is good for demonstration purposes with younger students.
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Huntington Library:garden Lesson Plans: Fruit Salad Hold the Dna, Please [Pdf]
After learning about DNA and how it is used in crime scene analysis, young scholars take part in a lab activity where they extract DNA from ripened fruit.
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Fun Science Gallery: How to Extract Dna From Fruits
Detailed directions for experiment that allows you to extract DNA from a banana or other fruits or vegetables.
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Cambridge Hands on Science: C Ha Os Science Roadshow: Kiwi Dna
Engaging, hands-on experiment where learners identify the DNA of a kiwi.