Transmission of heritable characteristics from one generation to the next involves DNA and genes

This CLE covers the topic of genetic inheritance.

The resource is a Connected Learning Experience developed by Science ASSIST to help Year 10 teachers teach the concept of genetic inheritance to their students.

It also includes examples of how the investigations and activities can be adjusted to cater for gifted and talented students.

Description: In this investigation, the inheritance of single gene traits will be investigated using animal and plant examples.

Learning intentions

This downloadable resource details an activity involving Mendelian inheritance.

The resource is an MS Word document containing the details for an activity in which students investigate the result of crossing two plants heterozygous for pigment.

This investigation:

This online resource explores Mendelian genetics.

The resource gives details for a hands-on activity where Mendelian genetics are used to analyse the results of genetic crosses between stickleback fish with different traits.

Students use photos of actual research specimens (the F1 and F2 cards) to obtain their data; they then analyse the data they collected along with additional data from the scientific literature.

Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S10U01 (Year 10)

This online resource looks at an example of natural selection in humans.

The two linked resources concerning sickle-cell anaemia are suitable for use with Year 10 students.

This online resource explains terms associated with genetic inheritance.

The terms covered by this resource include: inheritance, phenotype, genotype, dominant, recessive, gametes, and alleles. They also detail the process of sex determination.

The information is concise and is a good introduction or revision for students.

The students can also do a quiz at the end to test their understanding.

Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S10U01 (Year 10)