You can do this experiment too. Check bottom of this post for more info on how to extract your own DNA.
Waiting for the DNA clumps and strings to start forming
My DNA has been extracted!
Getting a closer look..
My own extracted/broken DNA magnified at 200x with the eye clops (Both photos taken with eyeclops.)
It's pretty easy to do. If you want to extract your own DNA watch the video below.
Watch Extract Your Own DNA on PBS. See more from NOVA.