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By: Ann Brokaw
Science Topic
GeneticsCell BiologyEvolution
Level
High School — GeneralHigh School — AP/IB

Ann Brokaw presents three BioInteractive resources she uses to support the short film Natural Selection and Adaptation. The activities focus on the Mc1r gene, protein, and receptor. They teach valuable lessons on mutation, selection, and convergent evolution, and tie together biochemistry, cell communication, and molecular genetics.

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