Genetics

  • The study and analysis of fingerprints is known as dactyloscopy!.

    in this activity, you will learn about the different types of fingerprints and how to identify them!

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  • Sickle cell disease is a condition where the red blood cells in your body are shaped like a crescent or sickle, instead of being round. This makes it harder for the blood to flow smoothly, which can cause pain and problems in different parts of the body.

    In this activity, you will test your knowledge about sickle cell disease.

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All About Blood

  • Blood types are based on special markers, called antigens, found on the surface of our red blood cells. There are four main blood types: A, B, AB, and O.

    In this activity, you will try mixing different blood types to understand donor types.

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  • Blood flows through your body in two main types of blood vessels: arteries and veins. Arteries carry blood away from your heart, and the blood is usually full of oxygen to give your body energy. Veins bring the blood back to your heart after it has delivered oxygen to your body.

    In this activity, you will make a blood flow demonstration!

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  • Your body makes blood with special ingredients: red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma. Each of these ingredients has a certain role in the body.

    In this activity, you will learn about the different parts of blood!

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