Did you know that all life on Earth has DNA? Explore the importance of the molecule by learning about its structure. The unique DNA shape, bases, and bonds allow the incredible diversity seen all over the world.

Concepts

dna, dna molecule, adenine, guanine, thymine, cytosine

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Go into more detail on purines and pyrimidines
• Add all new vocabulary to science journals

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of cells and chromosomes

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Pros

• Includes a script of what to say while using the presentation
• Explains why learning about DNA matters

Cons

• None

Common Core

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