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What does 'THREATENED SPECIES' refer to?
What does 'THREATENED SPECIES' refer to?
How does recombinant DNA technology impact biodiversity?
How does recombinant DNA technology impact biodiversity?
What is the primary purpose of genetic modification in food production?
What is the primary purpose of genetic modification in food production?
What is the purpose of plasmids in genetic engineering?
What is the purpose of plasmids in genetic engineering?
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What is the purpose of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety?
What is the purpose of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety?
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What is the role of stem cells in medical procedures?
What is the role of stem cells in medical procedures?
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What is the primary function of viral vectors in gene therapy?
What is the primary function of viral vectors in gene therapy?
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What is the purpose of using bacterial vectors in genetic engineering?
What is the purpose of using bacterial vectors in genetic engineering?
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What is the primary goal of human gene editing technology?
What is the primary goal of human gene editing technology?
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What is the primary purpose of patient-derived cellular gene therapy?
What is the primary purpose of patient-derived cellular gene therapy?
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What is the primary role of Saccharomyces cerevisiae in the given context?
What is the primary role of Saccharomyces cerevisiae in the given context?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food production, according to the given information?
Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food production, according to the given information?
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What is the primary purpose of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety, as mentioned in the given information?
What is the primary purpose of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety, as mentioned in the given information?
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Study Notes
Biodiversity
- Threatened species are likely to become endangered within the foreseeable future throughout their range or a significant portion of it.
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae is a species that is relevant to biodiversity.
Biotechnology
- Recombinant DNA technology increases biodiversity.
- Genetic modification is used to create food that is more resistant to spoilage, pest invasiveness, and harsh weather conditions.
- Plasmids are circular DNA molecules that can be genetically engineered to carry therapeutic genes into human cells.
Gene Therapy
- Viral vectors are modified viruses that carry therapeutic genes into human cells.
- Patient-derived cellular gene therapy involves removing cells from a patient, genetically modifying them, and then returning them to the patient.
- Bacterial vectors are modified bacteria that carry therapeutic genes into human tissues.
Gene Editing
- Human gene editing technology aims to disrupt harmful genes or repair mutated genes.
Stem Cells
- Stem cells are used in procedures such as bone marrow transplants.
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Test your knowledge on biodiversity, biotechnology, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in this quiz. Learn about threatened species, recombinant DNA technology, and the purpose of genetic modification in food production.