DNA Extraction and Examination
kit #79
Teach biotechnology without expensive technology in your classroom. Using simple and effective "low-tech" methods, students extract DNA from fruit and examine some of DNA's physical properties. Specially prepared cell lysis and DNA precipitation solutions allows students to easily extract and collect DNA.
Fruit not included in kit. (Frozen strawberries recommended.)
- Use chemical solutions to extract DNA from plant cells
- Observe some properties of DNA
- Understand the structure and function of DNA
Content List in DNA Extraction and Examination is as follows:
| Quantity | Description |
|---|---|
| 3 | Cell Lysis Solution, Bottles |
| 3 | DNA Precipitation Solution, Bottles |
| 8 | Lab-Aids A/B Trays |
| 8 | Funnels |
| 8 | Plastic test tubes |
| 8 | Plastic droppers |
| 8 | Plastic sleeves |
| 8 | Poly bags (heavy duty) |
| 8 | Graduated cups |
| 1 | Cheesecloth squares, pkg of 8 |
| 1 | Wooden splints, pkg of 12 |
| 32 | Student Guides |
| 1 | Teacher’s Guide |
| 1 | Safety Data Sheet (SDS) packet |
- Number of students
- 32
- Number of groups
- Maximum 8 groups per period
To complete this kit requires one ~45-50-minute class period.
