Recent Lessons

Show all results for ""

Eukaryotic Genetic Engineering and Genomics

12 Questions

2 Views

Eukaryotic Genetic Engineering and Genomics

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz

Study Flashcards

Spaced Repetition

Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary focus of genomics?

The manipulation of organisms through genetic engineering
The structure, function, evolution, mapping, and editing of genomes (correct)
The use of CRISPR-Cas9 for gene editing
The structure and function of cells

What is the purpose of CRISPR-Cas9?

To create artificial genomes
To study the evolution of organisms
To edit parts of the gene by removing, adding, or altering sections of the DNA sequence (correct)
To create new species through genetic engineering

What is the main function of the gRNA in the CRISPR-Cas9 system?

It repairs the DNA break naturally.
It cuts the DNA at the targeted spot.
It guides the Cas9 enzyme to the correct spot in the DNA. (correct)
It introduces gene mutations.

What is the function of the Cas9 enzyme?

To cut DNA at a specific location (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of insulin in the human body?

To regulate blood sugar levels. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the guide RNA (gRNA) in CRISPR-Cas9?

To locate and bind to a specific DNA sequence (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of yeast is commonly used in genetic engineering?

Brewer's yeast. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the DNA sequences in bacteria that retain segments of viruses that have attacked the bacterium?

CRISPR (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the active ingredient in Follistim?

Recombinant human follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is insulin synthesized through genetic engineering?

Using recombinant plasmid gene containing human insulin gene in yeast cells. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is recombinant DNA technology?

The technology that combines DNA molecules from two or more sources (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about mRNA vaccines compared to traditional vaccines?

They introduce a piece of synthetic mRNA that corresponds to a specific viral protein. (B) Signup and view all the answers