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Protein Synthesis

For Students 6th - 12th
In this biology worksheet, students complete a crossword puzzle with 35 questions on protein synthesis. They identify the different parts of the cell involved in the process.
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The Three Types of RNA

For Students 9th - 10th
In this biology worksheet, students identify and describe the three types of RNA, messenger, transfer, and ribosomal RNA. Then they write the key features of molecules of RNA for each form.
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Nucleic Acids and Protein Synthesis

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students cut out the nucleotide models and have an opportunity to relax and chat. Using imagination, students pretend to be molecules acting out protein synthesis and whole body movement.
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DNA and Protein Synthesis

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders work with a partner, and copies of the attached worksheet "Amino Acid Codon Table" They discuss ways an organism, obtains and uses proteins. Students view a teacher prepared DNA strand banner, and record the complementary...
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Protein Synthesis: Translation

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

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this DNA worksheet, learners describe how the cell stores all of the data needed to produce the required proteins for the body. Then they describe the ribosomes division and how is attaches itself to RNA and makes protein by forming...
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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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AP: Chapter 19: Control of Eukaryotic Genome

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
When your AP biology class is studying DNA and genomes, this worksheet will provide a detailed review. On the first page are diagrams and matching SEM (scanning electron microscope) images of different levels of DNA packing to be...
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DNA, Protein Synthesis and Mutations

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders investigate the chemical composition of DNA and RNA and how they work together to synthesize protein. They discover genetic codes, gene chromosome theory, and how the environment influences our appearance.
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SAY IT WITH DNA: Protein Synthesis Tutorial

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore protein synthesis. In this DNA lesson students complete a worksheet and a DNA lab activity. 
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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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Protein Factory

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students discuss the steps of protein synthesis before acting out the process as a class. They are assigned specific roles and receive an instruction card and get materials listed in order to perform their role. Students switch roles...
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Protein Synthesis Activities

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students compare the process of protein synthesis in an analogy. They simulate the process of protein synthesis kinesthetically using index cards and write a paragraph to explain the process.
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Do You Know the Master Programmer?

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders, using candy, build models of DNA replication, RNA transcription, and tRNA translation.
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Protein Factory

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Learners examine protein synthesis and how DNA is transcribed.   In this investigative instructional activity students play a role in the messenger RNA when it creates nucleotides. 
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Protein Synthesis: Transcription

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this transcription worksheet, students color in a drawing of a DNA molecule that is going through the process of transcription.
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Secret Codes

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students 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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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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DNA and RNA Structure and Transcription

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students compare and contrast the structure of RNA and DNA.They summarize the process of transcription and translation. The lesson uses an inquiry model and the use of codes in DNA.
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Final Exam Practice - General Biology

For Students Higher Ed
A 17-page practice final exam for a college-level introductory biology course is contained in this resource. Matching and short answer questions cover every topic that you would expect to teach during an advanced biology course including...
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7.012 F’04 Problem Set 1 ~ Biology

For Students Higher Ed
Course identification information is included in the upper left corner as well as within the title of this learning exercise. If you overlook or remove that information, you are left with a tremendous college biology assignment. There...
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Games and Activities to Teach Molecular Genetics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students demonstrate a working knowledge of cell interactions such as DNA replication, protein synthesis (transcription and translation), through active participation in a cooperative group.
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How Genes Work Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students define the key terms that are the structure and function of DNA. In this genetics lesson students complete a lab activity in which they construct a model DNA structure.
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General Biology II: Survey of Molecular Life and Genetics (Mt. Hood Community College Biology 102)

For Students 11th - Higher Ed
What could be more real life than a biology course? Mt. Hood Community College offers a complete biology textbook with an emphasis on genetics. Topics range from DNA replication to biotechnology and inheritance patterns.