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Practicing Punnett Squares. Does Sunscreen Protect my DNA? In this laboratory experiment students explore how effectively different sunscreens protect yeast cells from damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Does Sunscreen Protect my DNA?

DNA contains the instructions for proper cell function; changes to DNA can cause cancer; skin cancer can be caused by exposure to UV radiation, which comes from the sun; and the meaning of SPF ratings on sunscreens. Class Time: Two 45 minute class times Prep Time: 1-2 hours. Learn.Genetics.utah.edu. How Mendel's pea plants helped us understand genetics - Hortensia Jiménez Díaz. A-Trihybrid-Cross-Example-Using-Mendel%E2%80%99s-Sweet-Peas. Genetics Practice Problems. Genetics Practice Problems You may type in your own answers, then check to see if you were right.

Genetics Practice Problems

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