Genetic Concepts Kit
LAB 70
Lab-Aids
Duplicate Mendel’s years of work and research in five lab periods, is it possible? Yes! Through a series of simulated experiments, students experience the same problems encountered by the “Father of Genetics.”
$133.00
Students “rediscover” his Law of Genetics using specially designed GAM-ETO-DISCS® and TETRADICE® to simulate Gametogenesis and fertilization. These unique LAB-AIDS® items produce random genotype combinations that are statistically consistent. As consistent as if done with living organisms. This lab activity was developed in a game format to achieve a high level of interest and involvement by the students. All material in this activity is for 50 students is reusable.
Kit Includes:
- 1 Teacher’s Guide with MSDS
- 50 Student Worksheets and Guides, Parts I and II
- 12 Dominance/ blending tubes
- 12 Shakers
- 1 Packet of double-faced tape
- 24 TETRADICE®
- 1 Set of 24 of each of the following GAM-ETO-DISCS®
- Co-dominant (red)
- Co-dominant (white)
- Dihybrid (TY/ty yellow)
- Hybrid (Y/y yellow)
- Pure dominant (YY/YY yellow)
- Pure recessive (yy/yy green)
Scientific Concepts:
- "Rediscover" Mendel's Law of Genetics
- Simulate gametogenesis and fertilization
- Develop understanding of purebred inheritance, hybrid inheritance with one allelic pair and dihybrid cross with allelic pairs
- Understand co-dominance or blending and Law of Dominance
- Explore Law of Segregation and Recombination as well as Law of Independent Assortment
Classroom Planning:
- Number of students: 50
- Number of groups: Maximum 12 groups per period
- To complete the three activities in this kit requires three to five ~50-minute class periods.