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Unit 4 DNA

4.1.3 Build a DNA Molecule assignment

After viewing the 4.1.2 presentation on DNA, genes, and chromosomes, draw a picture and describe the relationship between DNA, genes, and chromosomes.

Finally, follow the instructions to complete the Build a DNA Molecule Project.

Build a DNA molecule

PURPOSE:

To construct a 3-D model of a section of a DNA molecule.

TASK:

You will build a 3-D model of a DNA molecule. Your model may be made of any common household material. The model may hang, stand, or lie on their sides, but should be able to maintain a definite shape when you are not there. Your model must be labeled or include a key.

YOUR 3-D MODEL MUST INCLUDE/SHOW EACH OF THE FOLLOWING:

1) Correctly bonds at least 12 base pairs

2) Correctly constructs the sugar-phosphate backbone

3) Correctly bonds the bases to the sugar-phosphate backbone

4) Correctly displays the double helix shape

5) Correctly interprets the model with a key and labels (adenine, thymine, guanine, cytosine,

 sugar, and phosphate)