WEB SITES

DNA
Learn about genetics, genetic engineering, the Human Genome Project and the ethical implications of these new technologies.

Dolan DNA Learning Center
An amazing collection of animated and interactive resources, including:

• DNA from the Beginning - An animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes, and heredity
• Gene Boy - DNA sequencing tool
• Your Genes, Your Health - A multimedia guide to genetic disorders
• DNA Interactive - Discovering the DNA structure and beyond
• Greenomes - experiments to introduce students to plant genetics and research

DNA: The Double Helix Game
What's the difference between your DNA and the DNA of a mouse or a flower? Make copies of DNA molecules and find out!

Genetic Science Learning Center
From the University of Utah.

Gel Electrophoresis
See how DNA fragments are separated. There are step-by-step instructions plus a quiz!

IPL2: Information You Can Trust
The Internet Public Library finds, evaluates, selects, organizes, describes and creates quality information resources. Try it!

• IPL2 for Teens
• IPL2 for Kids

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updated 01/26/2011