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What is genetic engineering?
The manipulation of an organism's genome using modern DNA technology
What is the purpose of genetic engineering?
To produce therapeutic recombinant proteins
What is the role of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?
To cut particular DNA sequences
What is the function of gel electrophoresis in genetic engineering?
To separate DNA fragments based on size
What did genetic engineers at the Monsanto Corporation produce in the 1980s?
Recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH)
What is the role of DNA cutting in genetic engineering?
To cut particular DNA sequences using restriction enzymes
What is the primary function of gel electrophoresis in genetic engineering?
To separate DNA fragments based on size
What is the purpose of using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) in genetic engineering?
To make copies of DNA segments
What does the term 'transgenic' refer to in the context of genetic engineering?
Organisms containing foreign or synthetic genes
What was the focus of genetic engineers at the Monsanto Corporation in the 1980s?
Producing recombinant bovine growth hormone (rBGH)
Test your knowledge of genetic engineering with this quiz. Explore topics such as manipulating an organism's genome, producing therapeutic recombinant proteins, introducing foreign genes, silencing genes, and creating transgenic animals and plants. See how DNA technology is used as a tool in genetic engineering.
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