DNA and Histone Model

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In this activity, learners construct a 3-D paper model depicting how histone, acetyl and methyl molecules control access to DNA and affect gene DNA expression. This resource guide includes optional modifications and extensions along with instructions and cut-out pages for learners.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Learning Time:
45 to 60 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$1 - $5 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 14 - 18
Resource Types:
Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Model
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Cells
      • Cell Structure and Function
    • Heredity and Genetics
      • Human Genetics
      • DNA Structure and Function
  • Physical Sciences
    • Chemistry

Informal Categories

  • Model Building

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • 2008 Beyond the Central Dogma Master Teacher Summer Institute

Source Collection

  • Teach.Genetics

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, University of Utah, 2009

Funding Source:

  • Science Education Partnership Award from the National Center for Research Resources, a component of the National Institutes of Health