Lab M report on DNA extraction
Use Lab M itself as an information resource.
No citations are needed for this assignment. The research question was whether we could evaluate the comparative ploidy values of different samples.
INTRO: A little background context is expected. Be sure to include a clear hypothesis statement, supported by a rationale, and ending with a prediction statement that connects the idea of the hypothesis to the basic concept of the planned testing.
METHODS: Boil it down to the basics that might affect results. The idea is to allow someone to replicate the experiment so that they will be able to compare their data to ours.
RESULTS: A results statement includes a very short summary of key findings and a graph. Work with the compiled class results to create a bar and whisker graph that compares the means and ranges for the extracted (spooled) mass of DNA from strawberries, peas, and bananas. The graph can be computer-generated, hand drawn, or a hybrid. In results, include an n=___ statement in your narrative summary.
CONCLUSION: Evaluates results in the context of the hypothesis.
DISCUSSION: Identify data issues such as possible anomalies or outliers and their potential impact on the analysis. Identify experimental issues that might explain outliers, including the most likely sources of error and any potentially confounding variables.
