English National Curriculum - Science Science
Mission Objectives
Describe genetic structures
Sort these structures in order of size
Build a descriptive model
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Words and meanings to learn
nucleus
an organelle that contains genetic information and controls the cell
gene
a section of DNA that codes for our characteristics
chromosome
a structure which is made from a tightly coiled strand of DNA, found within the nucleus
double helix
the structure of DNA; a pair of parallel helixes intertwined about a common axis, like a spiral staircase
DNA
a double-stranded molecule carrying the genetic instructions used in growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms
Maria completed her PGCE at Oxford in 2005 and taught at schools in Oxford and London before taking time out for family and travel. Maria has led INSET for teachers in Ukraine and gained her Scouting Wood Badge in Belgium. Since returning to the UK and the classroom in 2019, Maria has been awarded Chartered Science Teacher status and more recently, Lead Practitioner. She is also on the Editorial Board for School Science Review, the ASE Journal, and currently teaches at The Charter School East Dulwich as KS5 Science Lead.
Resources: Sticky notes and sweets - or alternative everyday materials - suitable for constructing a DNA double helix.
Core Handout: A series of questions and diagrams to label on DNA structure.
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