Our body manufactures antibodies that are the exact shape for the antigens it encounters. The simulation shows a 3-D model of an antibody and antigen pairing. It allows young scientists to explore the complementary shapes.

Concepts

antibodies, antigens, dna, the immune system, pathogens

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Discuss the root words in each of the new vocabulary terms
• Find other examples of antigen/antibody pairings

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of DNA

Pros

• Provides a way to view the antibody and antigen in multiple formats
• High-contrast colors highlight each part individually

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4