Evolution - Dominant and Recessive Genes
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Exploration of the processes of genetics.
Animation showing how genetics works with the influence of dominant and recessive genes determining characteristics. Includes a study on the occasional appearance of mutated genes.
From: GCSE Bitesize Revision Science 2: Biology
First Broadcast : 20 April 2002
Teachers' notes
Age Group : 14-16
Subject : Biology
Keywords : Evolution, Genetics, Recessive genes, Dominant genes, Mutatated genes, Genetic inheritance
Notes : Can be used to look at the influence of genetic variation on the human race. A good clip to stimulate classroom discussion on moral questions relating to genetics and genetic manipulation.
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