Edible DNA Model

  • 2 strands Licorice       
  • 18 coloured mini marshmallows    
  • 9 toothpicks 

The four different marshmallow colours represent the four different types of DNA. DNA helps organisms develop, reproduce and maintain.  Each peson has a genetic code that contains is a long molecule called DNA. Normally half of a mothers and half of a fathers DNA are passed down to their child.

 

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