1. LAB: The crooked cell- Using gel electrophoresis to determine the genotypes of Ava's family
H.W. Finish the Hypothesis for the lab by creating a pedigree and predicting the genotypes of Ava and her tested family members. In addition, using the picture from page 2 of the background information (under "Step 3: DNA digestion"), draw a gel that predicts the banding patterns that you will observe during the lab.
AND Read about The blood and DNA Evidence in the O.J. Simpson Trial by visiting: http://www.bxscience.edu/publications/forensics/articles/dna/r-dna02.htm
After reading the article, answer the following questions.
1. What are 3 pieces of evidence from the article that incriminated O.J. Simpson?
2. What are the names of the 2 DNA analysis techniques used in the O.J. Simpson trial? (abbreviations and full names)
3. What are 2 reasons mentioned in the article for O.J.'s acquittal?
4. Do you think O.J. Simpson is guilty or innocent of these crimes? Support your answer.
