Requirement #3: Hands-on activities

\(\boxed{\mathbb{REQ}\Large \rightsquigarrow}\) Complete two of the following activities:

  1. Teach the basics of genetic inheritance to your patrol (or similar group), using gummy bear genetics or a similar method.

    Tip

    Helpful Link: Making Mendel’s Model Manageable

  2. Extract DNA from saliva, strawberries, or a banana.

  3. Grow at least three generations of pea plants and explain the inheritance patterns.

    Tip

    Helpful Link: Gregor Mendel’s Pea Plant Experiment

  4. Create a three-dimensional model of DNA and explain how it leads to the production of proteins.

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Example on how genetics determines a baby eyes’ color. Image obtained from the https://www.momjunction.com/baby-eye-color-calculator/ website.

Attention

Once you have completed this requirement, make sure you document it in your worksheet!