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Examine Simulated PCR Products to Find BSE

Make the invisible visible. A safe and simple way to teach pollution and contamination, this kit allows students to detect microscopic microbes in samples of air and water they collect.

For centuries, humans have used selective breeding and conventional hybridization to produce desirable qualities and to increase crop yields. Today, scientists use genetic engineering to directly manipulate the DNA, quickly producing these desirable traits. In this experiment, students will use agarose gel electrophoresis to explore the molecular methods used by scientists to identify genetically modified organisms. No thermal cycler is required. Students are also encouraged to explore the controversy surrounding the use of genetically modified organisms.

Explore how genetic engineering can be used to modify crops to introduce favorable traits.

Is what you are buying what you are getting?

Is this water safe to drink?

Water quality and public safety.

Use PCR to determine if your chickens are male (ZZ) or female (ZW).

Use PCR to determine if your parrots are male (ZZ) or female (ZW).

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the lavender allele that causes pale greyish plumage.

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the presence of the oocyan allele that causes blue eggs.

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the recessive white allele that causes white plumage.

Use PCR to accurately determine the sex of geese, ducks, quail, and other fowl.

Use PCR to determine if your emus are male (ZZ) or female (ZW).

Use PCR to genotype your own chickens for the frizzle allele that causes curly feathers.

For AP Biology Classes