Innovating Science DNA Extraction Lab, Small Group Learning Kit

In this lab you will learn the history of the discovery of DNA and DNA structure. Understand the nature of genetic inheritance and the role of DNA and proteins in genetic expression while using biological detergents, enzymes, and ethanol to isolate DNA from plant material. You need to supply the plant material. Kit contains enough materials for 5 groups. Teacher’s Manual and Student Study Guide copymasters are included. MPN IS3002-SGL, SKU AC3002.

• 250mL 7.5% SDS/1.5% NaCl
• 20mL Ethanol, 95%
• 1 Pepsin (to make 25ml 0.5% solution)
• 10 Zipper Bags
• 5 Filters
• 5 Plastic Tubes
• 10 Graduated Pipettes
• 5 Stirrers

Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)*

Disciplinary Core Ideas:LS1.A; LS3.A; LS3.B
Performance Expectations:HS-LS1-1; HS-LS3-1; HS-LS3-2; HS-LS3-3
Cross Cutting Concepts:Structure and Function; Cause and Effect; Scale, Proportion and Quantity; Science is a Human Endeavor
Engineering Practices:Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions; Asking Questions and Defining Problems; Analyzing and Interpreting Data; Engaging in Argument from Evidence