DNA follows specific rules when it comes to structure and pairings. Understand what DNA looks like, how it builds itself, and some of the rules that limit it. Individuals view animations showing details not observable under a microscope to get a better look at its unique structure.

Concepts

dna, chemical structure, biotechnology

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Go into more detail on the base pairings
• Discuss how this knowledge helps advance biotechnology

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of DNA structure

Pros

• Works well in traditional or flipped classes
• Designed to meet requirements of the Next Generation Science Standards, AP Biology, and IB Biology

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4