Our Task:
For this project , we looked at forensic science. We studied different methods of evidence analysis and how to use said evidence to make a compelling legal case. The way we used this information was to solve the interesting murder of Carlton Comet. We had to figure out who killed him using ink pens, blood, fingerprints, DNA analysis, understanding of chromosomal disorders, and other information. Me and My group used a slide show and a script to justify the means of an arrest warrant for Nancy Normal, the believed suspect.
Concepts:
Fingerprinting- A process used to match unique fingerprints. It was used on a fingerprint found on glass at the crime scene.
Ink Chromatography- The process with which we separate and identify pigments in a pen to identify, in the case, which pen was used for a death note.
Karyotype- A way to visually represent chromosomes and in this case match chromosomal diseases.
Pedigrees- A way to see a family history, with relationships and diseases. This is good for both figuring out someones possible traits and motive.
DNA Structure- The sugar-phosphate backbone double helix connected with nucleotide that DNA is made of.
DNA Replication- The process of copying genetic information during cell division.
Alleles- Different versions of a gene.
Dominant and Recessive Genes- Dominant genes will be expressed in the case of a heterozygous or homozygous pair but recessive will only appear with homozygous.
Chromosomal Disorders/Diseases- Disorders or Diseases that are caused by chromosomal mistakes. Many of the suspects had different ones.
DNA Mutations- The mistake in the copying of genetic information.
Ink Chromatography- The process with which we separate and identify pigments in a pen to identify, in the case, which pen was used for a death note.
Karyotype- A way to visually represent chromosomes and in this case match chromosomal diseases.
Pedigrees- A way to see a family history, with relationships and diseases. This is good for both figuring out someones possible traits and motive.
DNA Structure- The sugar-phosphate backbone double helix connected with nucleotide that DNA is made of.
DNA Replication- The process of copying genetic information during cell division.
Alleles- Different versions of a gene.
Dominant and Recessive Genes- Dominant genes will be expressed in the case of a heterozygous or homozygous pair but recessive will only appear with homozygous.
Chromosomal Disorders/Diseases- Disorders or Diseases that are caused by chromosomal mistakes. Many of the suspects had different ones.
DNA Mutations- The mistake in the copying of genetic information.
Reflection:
This project was a huge learning experience. It was one of those projects that needed so much background knowledge that it felt like lots of little projects at once. I felt like I did really well at work ethic and productivity given, I accomplished all that I felt I was supposed to in the time allotted. I do feel like I could have done better in the leadership and collaboration categories, I feel that I let Izagani handle a lot and although I felt I did my part, I feel I didn't let Alex and Simon do theirs. I should have strived harder to let them make some real decisions and really got him involved. Overall, however I felt that I did a really good job on this project and put in a lot of effort.