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This Viral Packaging activity also includes:
Create a protective protein shell as a package. Using the included template, pupils tape together 20 triangles to create a 20-sided shape to represent the protective shell of a virus. The model of the protein shell incases the nucleic acid genomes and proteins that together comprise the structure of a majority of viruses.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a discussion on the structure of viruses
- Determine the surface area and volume of the created shape
Classroom Considerations
- Discussion of viruses, particularly COVID-19 may be a sensitive topic
Pros
- Includes geometric information about the icosahedron
- Provides additional details about COVID-19
Cons
- None