Innovating Science® - Small Group Learning: Genetics of Blood Types Kit

Product # IS3102-SGL

Blood type, an inherited characteristic, has use in everything from forensic investigations to medical procedures. In this activity, students will learn about the genetics that determine blood type and the possible inheritance patterns and how they express themselves. Students will use Innovating Science's new simulated blood to determine the blood type of four unknown samples and use their results to assist in the resolution of a fictional paternity dispute. The kit contains materials for 5 groups.

Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)*

Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS1.B; LS1.A; LS1.B; LS3.A; LS3.B
Performance Expectations: MS-PS1-2; MS-LS3-2; HS- LS3-1; HS- LS3-3
Cross Cutting Concepts: Structure and Function; Cause and Effect; Scale, Proportion and Quantity; Science is a Human Endeavor
Engineering Practices: Developing and Using Models; Asking Questions and Defining Problems; Analyzing and Interpreting Data

Kit Includes:
4 Simulated Blood Samples
Mother
Child
Sample X
Sample Y
1 btl Simulated Anti-A Serum
1 btl Simulated Anti-B Serum
20 Blood Typing Trays
1 pkg Toothpicks

DOT Info:
Non-regulated

*"Next Generation Science Standards" is a registered trademark of Achieve. Neither Achieve nor the lead states and partners that developed the Next Generation Science Standards was involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.

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