Discover how the structure of DNA relates to its hereditary function in these videos from the American Masters film Decoding Watson. The first video, "DNA Structure and Function," [2:07] can be used with all middle and high school biology classes. The second video, "Discovering DNA," [0:55] is the Hereditary Material, contains advanced material and is more suited for students i n AP Biology classes. The accompanying classroom activity, appropriate for all students, explores how the building blocks of DNA assemble into a double helix. Additional support materials are available, including handouts, discussion questions and vocabulary.
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