Help your students explore DNA and PCR with the PCR & Biotechnology Virtual Lab Activity with Guided Student Worksheets & DNA Simulation!

Designed to promote scientific inquiry, this no-prep interactive virtual lab activity allows students to explore how DNA copies are created using PCR using an NGSS-aligned phenomena-based science simulation! The student worksheet guides students through the simulation to ensure comprehension and understanding, while also encouraging students to make predictions, observations, analyze data, and form conclusions. Check out the preview to see more!

⭐ Skills Students Will Practice:

⚗️ Test their Pre-Existing Knowledge of PCR & DNA

⚗️ Identify the Individual Steps & Substances required for the PCR Process

⚗️ Analyze how changes in Temperatures can lead to targeted DNA copies

⚗️ Describe how Scientists use PCR for a variety of modern applications

⭐ This Activity is Perfect for:

⚗️ Middle school and high school science lessons

⚗️ NGSS-aligned science instruction

⚗️ Virtual labs for blended, digital, or distance learning

⚗️ Sub plans, enrichment, or independent practice

NOTE: This activity links to the free Interactive from the Genetic Science Learning Center Website. This interactive is in BETA testing - please screen before use!

Polymerase Chain Reaction

Purchase includes the 3-page Student Worksheet (PDF), 3-page Teacher Answer Key (PDF), and 3-page Digital Student Worksheet (Google Slides) that is hyperlinked in the Teacher Answer Key.

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