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DNA and RNA

2011
Provides an introduction to deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA, and ribonucleic acid, or RNA, and explains how they work together to make proteins.

Genes & DNA

2007
Presents an illustrated introduction to the science of genetics and DNA, explaining what they are and their function in the human body, and looking at the significance of advances in genetic technology.

The double helix

a personal account of the discovery of the structure of DNA
2001
James Watson relates his and Francis Crick's efforts to identify the basic building block of life. In support of the Common Core Learning Standards. (CCLS).

Human reproduction

2009
Explains the physical changes that occurs in humans to ready their bodies to reproduce. Also describes what happens during conception, pregnancy, and how a baby is delivered.

DNA analysis

forensic fluids & follicles
2008
An introduction to DNA analysis that discusses the discovery of DNA fingerprinting, procedures for forensic DNA analysis, how DNA evidence is used, and other related topics.

Rosalind Franklin

the dark lady of DNA
2002
Chronicles Rosalind Franklin's role in the discovery of DNA, discussing how her contributions were downplayed by her colleagues, who received the Nobel Prize for the discovery, despite the fact Franklin did the most crucial part of the research.

The double helix

a personal account of the discovery of the structure of DNA
1969
An account of the events which led to the solution of the structure of DNA.

The basics of reproduction

2014
Describes the basics of animal and human reproduction, including asexual reproduction, mating rituals, and in vitro fertilization.

The basics of genetics

2014
This text gives detailed information about the process of genetics and what can result when gene mutations occur.

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