Below you will find:
We have studied the following:
The structure of DNA
DNA replication
Protein synthesis
"DNA Model"
Due Date: Monday, January 2
Purpose:
To help you visualize the structure of our genetic material.
Your project should include the following parts:
Your DNA model must be made from recycled items
and you may not spend more than $5 on your model.
This model must be very sturdy and have your name, hour, and number somewhere on the project. If knocked over, the model should stay in one piece.
Your model must use a different item for each part of the DNA model. There should be the following items represented in the model: deoxyribose, phosphate group, adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine, and the hydrogen bonds. The model must be at least 30 centimeters tall. Your model must include a key that identifies each of the parts.
Your project will be graded upon the following criteria:
Your grade will be based on the following criteria:
You will be graded on how accurate your model is built, how creative the model is, and how neat the model looks. This project is worth 25 points and will be evaluated very strictly because this is an extra assignment.
General information:
Grading Rubric:
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3 |
2 |
1 |
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Model accuracy |
All parts are present in the correct places; phosphate connects the sugars and one base is attached to each sugar; the bases are held together by hydrogen bonds. |
All parts are present but the
design has some inaccuracies. |
Parts are present, but perhaps not all of them; design is poor. |
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Model key |
A typed key with examples is provided for all the structures. |
A written key is provided. |
An incomplete key is provided. |
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Model sturdiness... The ability to withstand the test of time.
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Model is sturdy and is built to
last! |
Model is moderately sturdy, but could be destroyed. |
Model is easily destroyed! |
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Model creativity |
Fabulous!
Lots of effort is shown! |
Good job.
Effort was given. |
Missed the boat!
Effort is lacking! |