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Chapter 28: DNA - Life's Code

Student Guide to the Human Genome Project
Visit this site for DNA information ranging from the history of the Human Genome Project to ideas for science fairs. Scroll down to "DNA Forensics" to learn about the many ways that DNA is used is forensic work. Scroll down to "Some Interesting uses of DNA Forensic Identification". Choose one of the reports to read and summarize what you learn in your Science Journal.

Gene Almanac
This site has current news about research and discoveries relevant to genetic health. Click on "DNA from the Beginning". Scroll down the right-hand side to see the different sections covered at this site. Learn how mutations change the genetic code. What is meant by a "neutral" mutation?

What the Heck is Genetic Engineering?
At this site you can find a simplified discussion of how genetic engineering works. After reading this discussion, give your own explanation of what genetic engineering is.