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The foot bone connects to the leg bone, but how? Learn about how neurons grow in the proper direction thanks to signalling. Observe what happens when they encounter a repulsive ephrin signal and the correction process that takes place.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Learn more about the ephrin family of proteins
- Compare this exercise to playing Marco Polo in the pool when only half the people in the pool are playing the game
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of axons, neurons, and growth
Pros
- Provides links to related videos for further knowledge
- Requires very little class time
Cons
- None