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Science · 6-8 · Lesson Experience

Proteins, Genes, and Chromosomes

In this lesson from our Bring Science Alive! Cells and Genetics program, students model the gene to protein to trait relationship and analyze genetic data.

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Proteins, Genes, and Chromosomes

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Proteins, Genes, and Chromosomes — Investigations

Investigations

Students explore structures of proteins and their resulting traits and then they model various gene to protein to trait relationships.

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Proteins, Genes, and Chromosomes — Reference Text

Reference Text

Read expository text in print and online to build understanding of protein structures, gene-to-protein connections, and how traits are expressed.

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Proteins, Genes, and Chromosomes — Key Science Concept

Key Science Concept

Explore a video activity where students learn what causes a person to have blue or brown eyes.

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About Bring Science Alive! Middle School Program: Cells and Genetics

TCI classrooms are active, fun, and immersive spaces where students confidently question and explore the world as scientists do. With our Bring Science Alive! Cells and Genetics program, students use evidence to explore traits, survival, and reproduction; they explore the structure and functions of body systems and cells; and they explore gene to protein to trait relationships. With this program, you get:

  • Meaningful Activities

  • Classroom-Friendly Technology

  • Ongoing Teacher and District Support

  • High-Quality, Standards-Aligned Curriculum

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