Gene Splicing and Gel Electrophoresis Quiz

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Which of the following is a key step in the DNA replication process?

Joining the pieces of polynucleotides together by ligase

Catalyzing the separation of DNA strands by helicase (correct)

Transcription of DNA to RNA

Translation of RNA to proteins

Which of the following is a key difference between DNA and RNA?

DNA is the genetic material while RNA is the information carrier

DNA is made up of purines and pyrimidines while RNA is made up of only pyrimidines

DNA is double-stranded while RNA is single-stranded (correct)

DNA uses uracil while RNA uses thymine

Which of the following is a key technique used in genetic engineering?

Artificial selection

Restriction enzyme digestion (correct)

Transduction of genetic material

Crossing over during meiosis

Which of the following is a potential application of genetic engineering?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key difference between cloning and artificial selection?

Cloning involves the creation of genetically identical organisms, while artificial selection involves selectively breeding organisms with desired traits. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a technique used in artificial selection?

Gene splicing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of creating transgenic GMO animals?

To improve the food supply Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of inbreeding?

It is prone to producing offspring with recessive disorders Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about the cloning of Dolly the sheep in 1996?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a technique used in genetic engineering?

Recombinant DNA Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of generating a genetically identical copy of a cell or an organism called?

Cloning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a genetic engineering technique?

Genome sequencing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between selective breeding and hybridization as genetic engineering techniques?

Selective breeding involves crossing individuals within the same species, while hybridization involves crossing different species. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential application of genetic engineering?

Altering the genetic code of humans to enhance physical abilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of cloning as a genetic engineering technique?

To create genetically identical copies of an organism Signup and view all the answers

What is a genome, in the context of genetic engineering?

The complete genetic material of an individual Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) is TRUE?

GMOs have had their genetic code altered through genetic engineering techniques. Signup and view all the answers

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