Anatomy.app vs Virtual Genetics Lab II
Anatomy.app
anatomy.appVirtual Genetics Lab II
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| Figure | Anatomy.app | Virtual Genetics Lab II |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $16.95/mo | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Spec score · Biology Learning Software | 8.1 (#6) | 7.3 (#18) |
| Support | The FAQ directs users to its support team for help and lists a contact form and email address. | The download page directs installation questions, troubleshooting requests, and bug reports to Brian White by email. |
Plans
Anatomy.app
- Individual$16.95 a month
- Educator$24.95 a month
- Content Creator$59.95 a month
In their own words
Anatomy.app
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Virtual Genetics Lab II
Virtual Genetics Lab II (VGLII) is a free simulation for students exploring how traits are inherited. Students cross hypothetical creatures and examine offspring, using problems that cover one to three genes. Traits can be autosomal or sex-linked, with simple dominance, co-dominance, or incomplete dominance; instructors can restrict which models are available. Model Builder lets students enter and save genetic models, and instructors can compare responses with correct answers for grading. Version 3 includes chi-squared calculations in the Summary Chart, epistasis and complementation models, and Super Crosses of up to 2,000 offspring. Desktop downloads are listed for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux/UNIX, and the download page says VGLII requires Java 7 or higher. The maker also describes jsVGL, a browser-based version that does not use Java and can load and save work. The maker says VGLII will no longer be supported, while support will continue for jsVGL. Some macOS versions may show an error about loading the Java Runtime Environment; a workaround uses the app's VGLII.jar file.