Modeling DNA
How do we represent a molecule that’s as complex as DNA? There are many different DNA models that scientists use, and each one has its own advantages and disadvantages. Let’s explore different models through this interactive infographic.
Topics
- middle school
- life science
- next generation science standards
- NGSS
- DNA
- sugar-phosphate backbone
- DNA helix
- nucleotides
- simplified molecular model
- simplified 3-dimensional model
- simplified flat model
- detailed molecular structure
- complex 3-dimensional model
- assessing a model of DNA
- assessing a model
- scientific models