How students should use this module
Read the population genetics background
Review gene pools, genotype frequencies, allele frequencies, p and q, and the Hardy-Weinberg principle.
Complete gel electrophoresis
Run the PCR products from the previous week, record gel conditions, visualize DNA fragments, and sketch the banding pattern.
Use Tool 1: HW Population
Generate a population in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, record genotype counts, calculate p and q, expected values, and chi-square results.
Use Tool 2: Non-HW Population
Generate a population not in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium and compare observed and expected genotype counts.
Use Tool 3: Random Population
Generate a random population, calculate allele frequencies, expected genotype counts, chi-square values, and interpret the result.
Solve the genetics problem
Use the recessive phenotype count to estimate qΒ², q, p, and expected genotype frequencies and numbers.
Submit the assignment
Complete Assignment #9 and submit an electronic copy through Canvas.
Module links
These buttons are the same resources shown in Canvas, but organized as a single Lab 9 landing page.
1. Record your gel electrophoresis conditions and banding pattern.
2. Use the HW Population tool for questions 3-6.
3. Use the Non-HW Population tool for questions 7-10.
4. Use the Random Population tool for questions 11-14.
5. Solve the Hardy-Weinberg genetics problem.
6. Complete and submit Assignment #9.