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Biotechnology
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A Murder Mystery—DNA Fingerprinting—
Super Value Laboratory Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
A murder has occurred, and DNA samples from various suspects have been collected. Challenge your class to solve the mystery using simu- lated DNA fingerprinting techniques. With this completely reusable kit, students match “pop bead” DNA fingerprints of the suspects with samples collected at the scene of the crime. Students learn:
• The basics of DNA fingerprinting
• DNA structure and extraction
• Gel electrophoresis and autoradiography • The accuracy of DNA fingerprinting
Super Value Kit is complete for 30 students working in investigative teams of 10 students. All materials are reusable.
Plasmid Simulation—Super Value Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
“Genetic engineering” is a 20th century reality but is
still quite controversial. Making recombinant DNA
molecules is at the heart of the “engineering.” Students will simulate an important part of the engineering process as they manipulate simulated plasmids. Following specific restriction enzyme cuts in their plasmid models, they consider all of the possible recombination patterns that can result from their plasmid pieces. All of the combinations represent potential newly-engineered plasmids with unique characteristics. The key concepts related to recombinant DNA will be visible and manipu- lated by students during this activity. Instructor Notes, reproducible student handouts and over 1,800 colored pop-beads are provided.
Super Value Kit is complete for 30 students working in pairs. All materials are reusable.
Recombinant DNA—Super Value Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
Bring microscopic genetic techniques to life size by
building a recombinant DNA plasmid! Simulate the roles of restriction enzymes and DNA ligase in the formation of recombinant DNA. Students will construct plasmid DNA using chenille wire and four different colored pony beads—each representing a different nitrogenous base. Students will manipulate the plasmid by locating restriction sites and cutting the chenille wire as the restriction enzyme would do to the plasmid. They will then insert genes of interest using pony beads, and twist the wire back together to simulate ligating the plasmid. Includes a pre-lab, paper- and-pencil activity to familiarize students with the process of forming recombinant DNA molecules before beginning the activity. Includes reproducible student handouts as well as detailed Instructor Notes.
Super Value Kit is complete for 30 students working in pairs. All materials are reusable.
PCR Simulation—Student Activity Kit
By: The Flinn Staff
What is PCR? What is its purpose? With this great
introductory activity, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) by performing this exciting hands-on activity. A simulated DNA molecule will be physically duplicated over and over again to allow your students to gain a better understanding of the steps involved in PCR. An excellent way to teach the important principles of PCR before students perform actual experiments. Includes an informative background, DNA and primer cutout sheets, tips, and extensions.
Complete for 30 students working in pairs.
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A Murder Mystery—
DNA Fingerprinting— Super Value Laboratory Kit FB1566
100
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
FB1566
A Murder Mystery—DNA Fingerprinting— Super Value Laboratory Kit
$123.70
Plasmid Simulation—Super Value Kit FB1635
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
FB1635
Plasmid Simulation—Super Value Kit
$61.85
Recombinant DNA—Super Value Kit FB1921
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
FB1921
Recombinant DNA—Super Value Kit
$43.05
PCR Simulation—Student Activity Kit FB1749
Catalog No.
Description
Price/Each
FB1749
PCR Simulation—Student Activity Kit
$27.35
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