Models of any type can help one make meaning of complex structures and mechanisms. Models can be 2-D (drawings) or 3-D (such as playdough or model kits).

DNA Structure Paper Model

This model building exercise will examine the details of DNA Structure and introduce you to important terminology. As you work through this model practice using the vocabulary as it is introduced and whenever you review. You will be expected to use all of the vocabulary introduced in this exercise in your AD.

Important Notes:

This kit will require you to cut out paper pieces. It would be a better use of your time to get these papers ahead of time and cut the pieces out when you are watching netflix or something. It would not be a good use of your time to cut out the pieces during class.
Working in pairs (or 3s) might be useful/efficient ... so you can then divide the cutting of pieces accordingly.
You should pick up the following papers:
- 10 Phosphates
- 10 Deoxyribose
- 3 Cytosines
- 3 Guanines
- 2 Adenines
- 2 Thymines