Genetics: Heredity

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  • CW: Offspring Genotype & Phenotype MiniPoster.

  • DN: List some features that are dominant.

  • Reminders: [1] Students who have not completed their ReUse project must turn one in by May 15th or consequences will apply. [2] The Talks will begin next week.

Resources

LESSON OUTLINE

5min Students complete the Do Now.

5min Personal Genotype & Phenotype. Students record their genotype and phenotype.

10min Coin Flip. Students determine which version of their genes (alleles) they will pass on through the power of science and a coin flip. Students will record the results and add table partners results to determine offspring’s genotype. Students will repeat one more time.

20min Offspring Genotype & Phenotype MiniPoster. Students will determine what their offspring features will be based on their genotype. Student’s will illustrate the results and provide a name for their offspring. (Genotype information should be posted on bottom right corner of poster.)

5min Collect materials. Clean up. Wrap up.

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