What is ancient DNA, and how can it be analyzed?
• What role can ancient DNA play in understanding the evolution of living things? • What material is needed to bring extinct species back to life? • What techniques are needed to bring extinct species back to life? National Standard(s): • Content Standard C As a result of their activities in grades 9-12, all students should develop understanding of: • Molecular basis of heredity • Biological evolution State Standard(s): • Biology: • Competency Goal 2 – the learner will develop an understanding of the continuity of life and the changes of organisms over time. • 2.06 – Examine the development of biological evolution including: patterns and variation. • Earth/Environmental Science: • Competency Goal 3 – the learner will build an understanding of the origin and evolution of the earth system. • 3.01 – Interpret the order and impact of events in the geologic past, including evolution/extinction of species. • 8th Grade: • Competency Goal 3 – the learner will build an understanding of the evid
