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DNA and endangered species

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A lesson plan for Grade 7 Science

Provider: National Geographic

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7
Subjects
science (biology and life science)
Provider
National Geographic

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In this lesson from Xpeditions, students will learn some basics about DNA and genetics and will then learn how DNA can be used to study and help endangered animals. They will visit a Web site with information about specific research projects, and write paragraphs explaining how DNA and genetics research might be used to help an endangered or threatened species.

North Carolina Curriculum Alignment

Science (2005)

Grade 7

  • Goal 5: The learner will conduct investigations and utilize appropriate technologies and information systems to build an understanding of heredity and genetics.
    • Objective 5.01: Explain the significance of genes to inherited characteristics:
      • Genes are the units of information.
      • Parents transmit genes to their offspring.
      • Some medical conditions and diseases are genetic.
    • Objective 5.02: Explain the significance of reproduction:
      • Sorting and recombination of parents' genetic material.
      • Potential variation among offspring.