Population Genetics Simulated with Playing Cards.

Oliver, P. T. P.

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Publication Date: 1975

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Population Genetics Simulated with Playing Cards

Oliver, P. T. P.

Journal of Biological Education, 9, 2, 83-85, Apr 75

Describes how to use playing cards as simulators to demonstrate several aspects of allelism and allele frequency in a gene pool. They provide an "unexpected" result, promote group discussion and may stimulate students to devise variations for comparison. (BR)

Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Genetics, Higher Education, Instruction, Science Activities, Science Education, Simulation, Teaching Methods

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