Genetics: true or false? – graphic organiser
Use an interactive graphic organiser to explore common alternative conceptions about genetics with your students. Place each label where you think it belongs. This activity can be done individually, in pairs or as a whole class.
Genetics: true or false? – graphic organiser
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- DNA is found inside the cell nucleus
- You have the same set of genes as your neighbour
- DNA is found in all our cells
- Chromosomes can be seen without a microscope
- The DNA in your skin cells is different to the DNA in your liver cells
- Human cells contain 46 chromosomes
- Genes are made of DNA
- Brothers and sisters have identical DNA
- Genes code directly for our traits
- Genes pass from 1 generation to the next via chromosomes
- 1 gene is responsible for 1 trait
- Your phenotype can change throughout your life
Use this interactive diagram to explore what students already know about genetics.
Place the labels where you think they belong. You can move the labels from one place to another, if you change your mind. Note: if the image card has not changed to a blue background, check it is fully within a box. When you are ready, click the Check answers button to check your ideas, then click the Reset incorrect button to try again.
Use the Download exercise button for a PDF of the diagram and labels.
See the Genetics: true or false? activity for additional support in using this interactive.
