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Curated OER

DNA Coloring - Transcription and Translation

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
In this DNA worksheet, students review the transcription and translation processes. Students label and color the different parts of a DNA strand. This worksheet has 7 fill in the blank questions.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Protein Synthesis Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
Future geneticists use base pairing rules to build DNA and RNA polypeptide strands, and then explain both transcription and translation. Although the chains themselves are a little blurry, there is plenty of room in them for learners to...
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Curated OER

Genes, DNA, and Mutations

For Teachers 9th - 12th
With paper DNA patterns, budding biologists model translation and base-pair substitution within sequences. Through these activities, they examine how mutations can result in genetic disorders. The modeling that occurs is an enlightening...
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Curated OER

Genetics 3 Translation

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders first summarize the process of translation, and then they identify and restate the processes of DNA replication, transcription, and translation in their own words. They also define the purpose of each and identify what the...
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Curated OER

Protein Synthesis: Translation

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
For this translation worksheet, students color in the process of protein synthesis which includes codon, anticodon, mRNA, and tRNA.
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Science 4 Inquiry

The Monster Mash

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young scientists create monsters by applying their knowledge of transcription and translation. They randomly find the DNA, assign it a codon, and build monsters piece by piece. 
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Curated OER

Protein Synthesis

For Students 9th - 12th
In this protein synthesis worksheet, students use a given strand of DNA to write the complimentary base pairs. They transcribe the message to the RNA and then they translate the message into the proper amino acids using the codons on the...
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Curated OER

Protein Synthesis

For Students 9th - 12th
In this protein synthesis learning exercise, students identify the proper amino acids given the mRNA codons. They also identify the mRNA codon given the DNA code and the amino acid it codes for. Students answer questions about protein...
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Curated OER

Codon Bingo

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students participate in a stimulating game that involves deciphering the genetic code. They practice transcription and translation of codons while playing the game.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Replication, Transcription and Translation Review

For Students 9th - 12th
How well do your pupils understand DNA, mRNA, and amino acids? This three-page handout will help you assess their comprehension through sequencing questions, fill in the blanks, and labeling diagrams.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

RNA and Gene Expression

For Students 9th - 10th
In this RNA and gene expression activity, students match the letter of the description that best matches the term as it relates to gene expression. Students also answer questions as it relates to the process of transcription and...
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Curated OER

Genetic Vocabulary

For Students 10th - Higher Ed
In this genetics worksheet, learners compare structures of molecules, compare the function of genetic enzymes, and compare transcription and translation. This worksheet has 2 multiple choice and 20 matching questions.
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Curated OER

Transcription and Translation Lab Activity

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate DNA strands. They study the sequence to determine if it is DNA or RNA and write the mRNA nucleotide sequence. After stringing the beads together to create the mRNA sequence they translate it into an amino acid...
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Curated OER

Protein Synthesis Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
For this protein synthesis worksheet, students complete 17 questions about making proteins through the process of transcription and translation. They use a sample of DNA to make a protein using a given tRNA dictionary.
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Curated OER

Translating Genetic Information

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the process of translation. They determine the correct sequencing and present their strands to the class. In addition, they compare normal red blood cells to sickle cells and complete discussion questions.
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Mutations

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
The basics of mutation types and some potential effects of those are described and diagrammed here. Each detail is very clear and includes the labels and translation change exhibited. A great slideshow to expand on DNA replication issues.
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Curated OER

Who Stole My Salad?

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders explain how protein is made in the cell. In this biology lesson, 8th graders translate RNA and DNA using an internet database. They determine the thief based on evidence collected.
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Curated OER

DNA and Genetic Expression

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Pupils, in groups, complete a worksheet on DNA transcription and translation. They determine codons for particular amino acids. They attempt to introduce mutations to determine what will happen to the DNA sequence.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Genetic Challenge Worksheet

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this genetics worksheet, students describe how to tell the difference between DNA, RNA, and proteins. Students also learn about the processes of transcription and translation. This worksheet has 3 short answer and 3 fill in the blank...
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Curated OER

Secret Codes

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners practice writing and decoding secret messages before discussing DNA and its role as a code for making proteins. They translate DNA into RNA and identify the sequence of amino acids to find a secret message. An interactive...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Genes and Chromosomes

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this DNA instructional activity, students will review vocabulary about the structure and characteristics of DNA and the processes of replication and mutation. 3 true or false questions, 6 matching questions, 5 fill in the blank...
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Curated OER

How Is the Genetic Code Ultimately Translated Into a Protein?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the functions of mRNA, rRNA and tRNA. They explain the steps in the protein synthesis process. They practice using new vocabulary as well.
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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

DNA Words Are Three Letters Long

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
DNA writes 64 different words but only codes for 20 different amino acids. Budding scientists learn about where each of these numbers come from and why they aren't equal with an online interactive. The resource explains the research, the...
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Serendip

The Molecular Biology of Mutations and Muscular Dystrophy

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Different types of mutations cause unique types and degrees of muscular dystrophy. Scholars learn about the types of mutations and the impact on the body. They compare the location of the mutations and draw conclusions about how it is...