AQA A-Level Biology: Genetic Fingerprinting (8.4.3) Lesson

This comprehensive lesson provides teachers with resources to deliver point 8.4.3 of the AQA A-Level Biology specification, covering the analysis of DNA fragments through genetic fingerprinting and its applications in forensic science and medical diagnosis.

Key Features:

• Step-by-Step Breakdown: Explains each stage of genetic fingerprinting, including the role of VNTRs, PCR, restriction enzymes, and gel electrophoresis, ensuring clarity on essential processes.
• Applied Knowledge: Includes a case study on Huntington’s disease to develop students’ ability to apply the process to real-world scenarios.
• Interactive Checks: Features understanding checks and discussions to reinforce key concepts and address prior knowledge of related topics.
• Practical Applications: Demonstrates the use of DNA fingerprinting in human identification, forensic investigations, and medical diagnostics.

This lesson equips teachers to deliver engaging, detailed explanations while helping students build confidence in understanding the process and its significance.

• Exam Board: AQA
• Subject: Biology
• Level: A-Level
• Resource Type: Lesson
• Year: 2025
• Year Group/s: Year 12 and Year 13

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