Your students’ will compare a child’s DNA with DNA from two possible fathers to find out which is the biological father. This Edvotek experiment is an excellent way to teach one of the most compelling and difficult social issues to arise from DNA testing. The kit also teaches your class the fundamentals of DNA electrophoresis.
Kit includes: instructions, ready to load DNA samples, agarose powder, practice gel loading solution, electrophoresis buffer, DNA stain and fine tipped transfer pipettes.
All you need: electrophoresis equipment and micropipettes.
Time required: 45 minutes.
For 8 Gels.