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Mission of the Month: January 2008
DNA
Last month, we explored outer space. This month, we examine inner space – DNA, a part of your body that is too small to see, but that makes each living thing unique.
We have a discussion of what DNA is, and why it is under so much discussion in the news today. We also have two activities: You may extract actual DNA from banana cells using some commonly found materials and tools. You canalso debate the pros and cons of manipulating DNA, a field known as genetic engineering.
DNA: What is it? Learn about DNA, the code for life. Each of the cells in your body holds strings of DNA that are too small to see even with a microscope. But even though it is very small, it is very important. It defines what you look like and many other things about you. Learn more about DNA |
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Activity: DNA Extraction Goes Bananas
This activity will show you what DNA looks like. It’s very small, but if you extract quite a bit of it from the cells of a living thing, you can see it. Go to Lab Activity. Or, click here for Leaders' Guide
Can DNA Be Changed? Should It?
This activity sets up a debate for and against Golden Rice, a food that is genetically engineered to provide much-needed Vitamin A to people who would go blind, or maybe even die, without it. But is genetic modification safe? Go to Debate Activity.
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