Using DNA Barcodes to Identify and Classify Living Things
Topic: DNA Barcoding
Organism: Animal, Bacteria, Plant
Grade Level: Middle/high school
Organism: Animal, Bacteria, Plant
Grade Level: Middle/high school
Use DNA sequence data from plants and animals to identify species and explore relationships between species.
Essential Equipment (in addition to standard lab supplies):
● Electrophoresis supplies (camera, chamber, power supplies, and transilluminator)
● Microcentrifuge
● Micropipets (1–1000 uL)
● Water bath or heat block (65°C and 37°C)
● Vortexer
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Preparation time:
Minimal
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Equipment required:
Common
Specialized
Conceptual difficulty:
Easy
Challenging
Technical difficulty:
Easy
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