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By Regina Bailey, About.com


Ever want to make a model of DNA using candy? How about extracting DNA from a banana or making a working model of the lungs?

These Biology How Tos give you step-by-step instructions for completing and constructing various biology related models and experiments.

Biology How Tos

How to Make a DNA Model Using Candy
A fun way to construct a DNA model using candy.

How to Extract DNA From a Banana
A simple way to extract DNA from a banana and other types of cells.

How to Extract DNA From Human Cheek Cells
Lab method for extracting DNA from human cheek cells.

How to Make a Working Model of the Lungs
An easy way to make a working model of the lungs.

How to do a Simulation of the Ear Drum
A simple way to do a simulation of how the ear drum works.

How to Make LB for Bacterial Culturing
This guide outlines a simple procedure for making Luria Broth using an autoclave or pressure cooker.

How to Streak a Bacterial Culture
This How to describes a simple procedure for isolating bacterial colonies by using the streaking method.

How to do a Science Fair Project
So you want to do a science fair project, but don't know where to start. Start here, you will find procedures on how to complete a science fair project.

How to Choose a Topic for a Science Fair Project
One of the most important steps in completing a good science fair project is choosing the right topic. Here you will find suggestions on how to choose a topic for a science fair project.

How to do a Bibliography for a Science Fair Project
Now that you have completed your project, you want to make sure that you properly cite your sources. Find information here on how to do a bibliography for a science fair project.

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