Kemtec Science: DNA Model with Paint

Kemtec Science: DNA Model with Paint

• Target Grades: 7-14
• Number of Students: Building and painting project ideal for six students

Students construct this DNA model from six different molecular pieces, collectively depicting sixteen nucleotide pairs worth of DNA (8 AT and 8 GC pairs). The base pairs and the sugar and phosphate units are each manufactured as single plastic units. Because there are only nine molecular parts per nucleotide pair, which snap together by means of a pop-it bead mechanism, the model can be easily assembled. The model may be disassembled and reassembled like a puzzle, enabling extended use. The model is unpainted and individual molecules may be painted by students either prior to or after assembly. Model with paint includes six paint colors, paint thinner, and six brushes. A laboratory exercise and problem set accompany the model. After completing the building exercise and problem set, students will have a better understanding of the double helical structure and the function and properties of DNA. Contains instruction manual, 144 plastic DNA building pieces, rod, spacers, and wooden base.

Kit Contains:

• Instructor Manual
  
• Student Problem Sheet
  
• Figure Sheets (13 Figures)
  
• Metal Rod Paired
  
• Wooden Base
  
• AT (Adenine-Thymine)
  
• GC (Guanine-Cytosine)
  
• Deoxyribose Units
  
• Abbreviated Phosphate Grops
  
• Carbon Atoms (of Deoxyribose)Bond
  
• Phosphate to Carbon (of Deoxyribose) Bond
  
• Spacers
  
• Flat Washer
  
• Threaded Washer
  
• Wing Nut
  
• Top Nut
  
• Set of 6 Different Colors of Model Paint
  
• Paint Thinner