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What is the process of combining DNA fragments from different sources into one organism called?
What is the process of combining DNA fragments from different sources into one organism called?
- Gene therapy
- Transcription
- Recombination
- Recombinant DNA (correct)
What is a plasmid mainly used for in genetic engineering?
What is a plasmid mainly used for in genetic engineering?
- Producing cellular energy
- Synthesizing amino acids
- Transferring genes such as human insulin (correct)
- Carrying out photosynthesis
Which enzyme is responsible for cutting DNA at specific locations?
Which enzyme is responsible for cutting DNA at specific locations?
- Polymerase
- Ligase
- Transcriptase
- Restriction enzyme (correct)
Which of the following is a use of genetic engineering?
Which of the following is a use of genetic engineering?
Which of these examples is NOT a recognized outcome of genetic engineering?
Which of these examples is NOT a recognized outcome of genetic engineering?
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Genetic engineering
Genetic engineering
A process that involves cutting and transferring DNA segments between organisms. This can be used to create modified organisms with new traits or to produce useful products like medication.
Plasmid
Plasmid
A small, circular DNA molecule found in bacteria that acts as a carrier for foreign genetic information.
Restriction enzyme
Restriction enzyme
A special enzyme that cuts DNA at specific sequences, like a pair of scissors for DNA.
Gene therapy
Gene therapy
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Recombinant DNA
Recombinant DNA
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Study Notes
Genetic Engineering
- Genetic engineering involves cutting DNA from one organism and transferring it to another.
- Recombining DNA fragments from different sources in one organism is called recombinant DNA.
- A plasmid is a small ring of bacterial DNA where a human gene can be attached and produced.
- Restriction enzymes break apart DNA at specific nucleotide locations.
- Applications of plasmids include producing human insulin and growth hormone and gene therapy (replacing lacking genes).
- Examples of (humorously imagined) genetically modified animals exist (e.g., rhinsquirrel, giraffaroo, catopotamus, gazerabbit, zealbra).
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Explore the fascinating world of genetic engineering with this quiz. Learn about concepts like recombinant DNA, plasmids, and the use of restriction enzymes. Discover practical applications and humorous examples of genetically modified organisms.
