Genes in a Bottle Kit
Students use a real laboratory procedure to extract DNA from their own cheek cells, watch it precipitate as floating white strands, then collect and store the DNA in a helix vial, making a unique keepsake necklace!
Overview
Note:This kit can be modified to accommodate at-home use as well as individual workstations in socially-distanced classrooms.
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Introduce your students to molecular biology with their own DNA using the Genes in a Bottle Kit. Enable your students to see the normally invisible substance of life and begin to comprehend the meaning of their own genetic makeup. In this activity, students employ the same real-world laboratory procedure used in a variety of biotechnology research applications to extract DNA from many different organisms. Students extract genomic DNA from their own cheek cells, then precipitate and bottle it in a cool helix-shaped necklace. From cell structure to genetics to the chemistry of life, this kit integrates multiple life science standards in a single lesson.
Features and Benefits
- Can be used as an introductory or capstone activity
- Requires no special equipment or stains
With this kit, students are able to:
- Perform real research techniques
- Collect cheek cells, then extract, precipitate, and bottle their DNA
Applications and Uses
This kit offers learning opportunities for all levels of instruction.
- For middle school students, it's a perfect introduction to the exciting world of DNA science
- For secondary and college level instruction, lessons on DNA structure and function, cell structure, and enzyme function can be introduced or reinforced with this laboratory
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Introductory DNA classroom study kit, includes buffer, protease + salt, test tubes/holders, disposable pipets, curriculum, and all materials to make DNA necklaces, for 36 students; education use only
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Module of the Genes in a Bottle Kit (#166-2300EDU), includes helix vials, caps, and cord to make DNA necklaces, for 36 students; education use only
Pkg of 500, nonsterile; education use only. Note: This item is now available under the new material number 12021151EDU. For future orders please proceed here.
