Life on Earth by Audesirk & Audesirk

Chapter 10 DNA: The Molecule of Heredity
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A Tour through DNA
This is a place with a DNA classroom activity (designed to review information and create a presentation).

A Visit with Dr. Francis Crick
This is a place where Dr. Francis Crick gives a personal interview on his life and work. There are many interesting pages that relate to Crick's work in science.

DNA Learning Center
This place is provided by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. In their own words, the Learning Center offers a range of programs and instructional materials in DNA science targeting several educational levels. It is worth a visit.

Introduction to DNA Extractions
This is a place where DNA extraction experiments can be done. It includes directions on how to run the different experiments yourself!

The Hershey-Chase Blender Experiment
This is a place with a detailed diagram of the "Hershey-Chase Blender Experiment" (an experiment connecting DNA with heredity).

X-Ray Diffraction
This is a place that describes the background and role of x-ray diffraction. The pictures and images that accompany the text help to explain a very difficult concept.



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