Meowsis
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Meowsis STEM Case
As a geneticist in an animal hospital, students learn about genetic changes in meiosis to determine the reason why a male cat can have calico fur coloring.
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| Level | Description | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| High School | This version is for general biology classes | 40-50 min |
| AP | This version is for AP level classes | 60-80 min |
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| Level | Description | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| High School | The Expanded Handbook covers the relationship of genes, proteins and traits, and genetic variation in addition to the concepts covered in the handbook section of the High School Case | 20-30 min |
| AP | This Handbook is identical to the handbook section in the AP Case | 20-30 min |
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Good assessment for Genetics unit
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