DNA Extraction Lab Activity

DNA Extraction Lab Activity
Configure & Price
IS.3002
Each kit is meant for
Quantity
$44.50

In this lab you will learn the history of the discovery of DNA and DNA structure. Understand the nature of genetic inheritance and the role of DNA and proteins in genetic expression while using biological detergents, enzymes, and ethanol to isolate DNA from plant material. You need to supply the plant material.

  • Disciplinary Core Ideas: LS1.A; LS3.A; LS3.B
  • Performance Expectations: HS-LS1-1; HS-LS3-1; HS-LS3-2; HS-LS3-3
  • Cross Cutting Concepts: Structure and Function; Cause and Effect; Scale, Proportion, and Quantity Science is a Human Endeavor


    • Includes:
    • 2x 250mL 7.5% SDS/1.5% NaCl 1 pepsin (to make 25mL 0.5% solution)
    • 2x 25mL 95% ethanol
    • 20x zipper bags
    • 15x filters
    • 15x plastic tubes
    • 30x graduated pipettes
    • 15x stirrers

    IS.3002
    Items needed, but not included
    DNA source (e.g. fruit or vegetable material)
    Graduated cylinders
    Funnels
    Small beakers or plastic cups
    Ice bath or freezer
    Distilled or deionized water
    Mortar and pestle or laboratory blender (depending on DNA source)
    Quantity
    15 lab groups
    Includes
    Teachers manual and Student Study Guide copymasters