This unit focuses on cellular molecules that store information called Nucleic Acids.  DNA and RNA are special molecules that carry all the instructions that code for a living thing.  We will investigate the structure of these molecules, how they code information and how that information is translated to create proteins.

Topic 1: The Structure of DNA

Lesson Resources:

Making a DNA Molecule Activity

Exploring DNA web activity

Building DNA Gizmo Worksheet

 

 

 

Topic 2: DNA Replication

Lesson Resources:

DNA Replications Basics Keynote

DNA Replication Activity

 

DNA One World Essay Introduction Keynote

Applications of DNA One World Essay Cover Sheet

 

 

 

 

Topic 3: Protein Synthesis

Lesson Resources:

Protein Synthesis Project – Task Sheet

Resources for the Project

BBC Bitesize on the Process

Sparknotes of the Process

Learn Genetics – Really good visuals

Animation #1

Animation #2

DNA tube – Series of Videos on the entire Process

See Student Large Storage/Mr. Basaraba/Bio 9/Protein Synthesis Project for a couple more videos

 

CLASS NOTES FROM REVIEW PERIOD:

Protein Synthesis Class Notes

 

 

Topic 4: The Products of Protein Synthesis

Lesson Resources:

Enzymes Introduction – Keynote to Introduce the concept

Factors affecting Enzymes – Activity Task Sheet

Factors effecting Enzyme Action Organizer

Factors Effecting Enzymes Keynote

Factors Effecting Enzymes PDF