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DNA Extraction

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Students extract and observe a visible amount of DNA from Escherichia. coli cells. They discuss the properties of DNA. Confirmation of the presence of DNA by a reaction with an indicator is confirmed within this lesson. Many hands-on activities are involved as well with this lesson.

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dna, deoxyribonucleic acid

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dna, science
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Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
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Research
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Database & Spreadsheet

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