A quick, easy, and cheap lab that will allow students to observe DNA!
Goal: The intention of this lab is to prove to students that all living things have DNA for itÃ¢ï¿½ï¿½s genetic material. It also shows students that DNA is a tangible thing that can be seen when you have enough of it. It allows students to have a concrete experience with DNA. The secondary goal is to show students that in order to replicate an experiment scientists must be able to follow another scientists steps very carefully.
Recommended Age Groups: 5th-8th Grade