Alleles and Genes

Alleles and Genes

Join the Amoeba Sisters as they discuss the terms “gene” and “allele” in context of a gene involved in PTC (phenylthiocarbamide) taste sensitivity. Note: as mentioned throughout video, the ability to taste PTC may be more complex than a single gene trait. This video serves as an introduction before exploring Punnett squares in our heredity … Read more

Mitosis: The Amazing Cell Process that Uses Division to Multiply! (Updated)

Mitosis: The Amazing Cell Process that Uses Division to Multiply! (Updated)

Updated Mitosis Video. The Amoeba Sisters walk you through the reason for mitosis with mnemonics for prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase. Expand details to see table of contents.👇 Video handout here: http://www.amoebasisters.com/handouts Table of Contents: Why is Mitosis Important? 0:44 Why Don’t You Want Cells Dividing all the Time? 2:00 Interphase (occurs before mitosis) 2:23 … Read more