Genetics
11 Results
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Cellular Life and Genetics Activity
How much do you know about the cell cycle? See if you can identify all of the parts of the cell with this cool activity!
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Build a DNA Molecule
Did you know DNA is made of four base pairs of nucleotides? Learn which nucleotide pairs with which and build your very own DNA molecule in this interactive activity!
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Pass the genes, please
Did you know your parents pass on their genes to you? Help the Melonhead family figure out which genes mom and dad passed on to their child Melvin!
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Fact or Fake
Was Dolly the sheep the first artificial clone? Fake! Find out more facts and fictions about the concept of clone with this online, interactive activity!
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Copy Cat
Learn about how the clone of Rainbow, a cat named CC, was created. In this activity see if you can match to see which cat is Rainbow's clone!
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The Mighty Mutations Maker
A mutation is a change in the nucleotide sequence of a gene or another part of DNA. Turn your name into a DNA sequence and see what happens when it is mutated!
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DNA Extraction Virtual Lab
Did you know that by extracting DNA one can use it for a variety of purposes such as analyzing for forensic evidence? Learn how to extract DNA in this virtual activity!
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Gel Electrophoresis Virtual Lab
How do you think scientists work with tiny molecules that they cannot see? The answer is gel electrophoresis! Try this interactive activity to see how you can sort and measure DNA…
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DNA Microarray
DNA microarray is the fastest growing process used in genetic research. It is used to investigate from cancerous cells to pest control. Use a DNA microarray to decide whether the ex…
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PCR Virtual Lab Activity
PCR is used to replicate a piece of DNA billions of times over. It can be used to diagnose disease, identify bacteria and virus, and match criminals to crime scenes. Run your own …
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The Doctors New Genetic Tools
Learn how doctors are using the concept of pharmacogenetics to treat patients on their specific, individual needs! Because these differences between our bodies can be huge, pharma…