Time Frame
1 class periods of 60 minutes each
Summary
In this lab investigation students will see if they can discover the pattern of genetic transfer for blood type
Materials
- student sheet (attached)
- red food color
- green food color
- water
- 4 test tubes
- test tube rack
- graduated cylinder
- beaker
- medicine dropper or pipette
Instructional Procedures
- Mix solutions of red and green water, enough for 20 ml per student group of each.
- Read the introduction with students.
- Have students make a prediction .
- Allow students to perform the lab experiment.
- Have groups combine their results on the board and come to a class conclusion concerning which types can or cannot mix.
- Give students time to solve the pedigree on their worksheet . Check for accuracy.
- Allow time for students to finish the questions and conclusions.
Assessment Plan
Scoring Guide:
1. Students follow procedures and record data………………..4
2. Students correctly predict which transfusions are safe……4
Bibliography
Lesson Design by Jordan School District Teachers and Staff.
Created: 12/03/2014
Updated: 02/04/2018
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