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Which of the following chemicals would be involved in a step that comes before step 1 in the recombinant DNA technology process?
Which of the following chemicals would be involved in a step that comes before step 1 in the recombinant DNA technology process?
The gene ______ codes for the enzyme β-galactosidase, which is responsible for breaking down lactose.
The gene ______ codes for the enzyme β-galactosidase, which is responsible for breaking down lactose.
LacZ
Cells containing recombinant DNA will produce β-galactosidase and appear blue when plated on an appropriate medium.
Cells containing recombinant DNA will produce β-galactosidase and appear blue when plated on an appropriate medium.
False (B)
What is the purpose of DNA ligase in the recombinant DNA technology process?
What is the purpose of DNA ligase in the recombinant DNA technology process?
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Match these steps in the recombinant DNA technology process to their corresponding descriptions:
Match these steps in the recombinant DNA technology process to their corresponding descriptions:
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Which of the following natural processes does polymerase chain reaction (PCR) most closely mimic?
Which of the following natural processes does polymerase chain reaction (PCR) most closely mimic?
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Steam in a bio-processor is utilized to increase the rate of growth for organisms.
Steam in a bio-processor is utilized to increase the rate of growth for organisms.
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Recombinant DNA technology, similar to sexual reproduction, contributes to which of the following?
Recombinant DNA technology, similar to sexual reproduction, contributes to which of the following?
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What is the name of the bird that was at risk of extinction due to the use of DDT, as mentioned in the research paper 'Ecological Risk of DDT - A Case Study of Biomagnification Causing Extinction Risk of Herring Gull in Long Island'?
What is the name of the bird that was at risk of extinction due to the use of DDT, as mentioned in the research paper 'Ecological Risk of DDT - A Case Study of Biomagnification Causing Extinction Risk of Herring Gull in Long Island'?
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What is one of the biggest disadvantages of recycling e-waste in developing countries?
What is one of the biggest disadvantages of recycling e-waste in developing countries?
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The primary advantage of using ______ in a landfill is that it can destroy organic constituents in e-waste.
The primary advantage of using ______ in a landfill is that it can destroy organic constituents in e-waste.
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Impurities in domestic sewage account for a significant percentage (over 10%) of the total wastewater.
Impurities in domestic sewage account for a significant percentage (over 10%) of the total wastewater.
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How can suspended solids be removed from sewage water?
How can suspended solids be removed from sewage water?
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Match the following types of impurities in domestic sewage with their examples:
Match the following types of impurities in domestic sewage with their examples:
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If untreated domestic sewage is released into a pond or lake, what is ONE possible impact it can have on the water quality?
If untreated domestic sewage is released into a pond or lake, what is ONE possible impact it can have on the water quality?
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Describe how the extinction of the Herring Gull, a top predator, might impact the food chain.
Describe how the extinction of the Herring Gull, a top predator, might impact the food chain.
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Individuals with cystic fibrosis exhibit a recessive pattern of inheritance.
Individuals with cystic fibrosis exhibit a recessive pattern of inheritance.
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Which of the following symptoms are associated with cystic fibrosis?
Which of the following symptoms are associated with cystic fibrosis?
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Match the following terms related to cystic fibrosis with their descriptions.
Match the following terms related to cystic fibrosis with their descriptions.
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What is the genotype of individual II-2 in the pedigree chart?
What is the genotype of individual II-2 in the pedigree chart?
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What is the category of disorders caused by an abnormal number of chromosomes?
What is the category of disorders caused by an abnormal number of chromosomes?
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Individuals with an extra chromosome 21 will have Down syndrome.
Individuals with an extra chromosome 21 will have Down syndrome.
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A color blind male and a female with normal vision can have a child who is a carrier for color blindness.
A color blind male and a female with normal vision can have a child who is a carrier for color blindness.
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Rett syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the ______ gene.
Rett syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the ______ gene.
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What is the difference in the chromosomal makeup of individuals with Klinefelter's syndrome and Turner's syndrome?
What is the difference in the chromosomal makeup of individuals with Klinefelter's syndrome and Turner's syndrome?
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Match the following chromosomal disorders with their characteristics:
Match the following chromosomal disorders with their characteristics:
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A female with Rett syndrome and a healthy male have a child. Which of the following statements is true about the child's likelihood of inheriting Rett syndrome?
A female with Rett syndrome and a healthy male have a child. Which of the following statements is true about the child's likelihood of inheriting Rett syndrome?
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During meiosis, all daughter cells receive half the number of chromosomes from the parent cell.
During meiosis, all daughter cells receive half the number of chromosomes from the parent cell.
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The process of ______ is responsible for the formation of gametes, which have half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell.
The process of ______ is responsible for the formation of gametes, which have half the number of chromosomes as the parent cell.
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What is the outcome of a cross between two individuals who each produce 8 different gametes?
What is the outcome of a cross between two individuals who each produce 8 different gametes?
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What are the two main differences between aneuploidy and polyploidy regarding chromosome number?
What are the two main differences between aneuploidy and polyploidy regarding chromosome number?
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Match the following genetic terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following genetic terms with their corresponding definitions:
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about X-linked recessive transmission?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about X-linked recessive transmission?
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Explain why a color blind male will have a carrier but normal vision daughter if his mother is a carrier.
Explain why a color blind male will have a carrier but normal vision daughter if his mother is a carrier.
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Which stage of cell division does polyploidy typically occur?
Which stage of cell division does polyploidy typically occur?
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What are the possible blood groups of a child if one parent has the genotype IAi and the other parent has the genotype IBi?
What are the possible blood groups of a child if one parent has the genotype IAi and the other parent has the genotype IBi?
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A child with the blood group ii can inherit the IA allele from their mother and the IB allele from their father.
A child with the blood group ii can inherit the IA allele from their mother and the IB allele from their father.
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What is the genotype of a person with blood group B?
What is the genotype of a person with blood group B?
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The Punnett square shows that the offspring of a cross between XhXh and XHY individuals have a ______ chance of inheriting the recessive allele Xh.
The Punnett square shows that the offspring of a cross between XhXh and XHY individuals have a ______ chance of inheriting the recessive allele Xh.
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Match the genotype with the corresponding phenotype for offspring in the Punnett square provided.
Match the genotype with the corresponding phenotype for offspring in the Punnett square provided.
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The phenotypic ratio for the cross shown in the Punnett square is 1:1:1:1.
The phenotypic ratio for the cross shown in the Punnett square is 1:1:1:1.
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Which genotype(s) would result in a purple axial flower in a plant with alleles for flower color (W for white and w for purple) and flower position (T for terminal and t for axial)?
Which genotype(s) would result in a purple axial flower in a plant with alleles for flower color (W for white and w for purple) and flower position (T for terminal and t for axial)?
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To determine the genotype of a plant with purple axial flowers, what type of cross should be performed?
To determine the genotype of a plant with purple axial flowers, what type of cross should be performed?
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Flashcards
Recombinant DNA Technology
Recombinant DNA Technology
A method for combining DNA from different sources to create new genetic combinations.
LacZ gene
LacZ gene
A gene that encodes for β-galactosidase, used as a reporter in recombinant DNA.
β-galactosidase
β-galactosidase
An enzyme that breaks down lactose and is produced by cells containing the LacZ gene.
Competent cells
Competent cells
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DNA ligase
DNA ligase
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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
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Purpose of steam in bioprocessing
Purpose of steam in bioprocessing
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Genetic variation in rDNA
Genetic variation in rDNA
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Color Blindness Inheritance
Color Blindness Inheritance
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Rett Syndrome Transmission
Rett Syndrome Transmission
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Klinefelter's Syndrome
Klinefelter's Syndrome
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Turner's Syndrome
Turner's Syndrome
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Chromosomal Disorders Similarities
Chromosomal Disorders Similarities
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Cystic fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis
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cf gene
cf gene
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Pattern of inheritance
Pattern of inheritance
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Genotype of II-2
Genotype of II-2
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Reproductive features of karyotype disorders
Reproductive features of karyotype disorders
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Physical features in karyotype disorders
Physical features in karyotype disorders
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Category of disorders from karyotype
Category of disorders from karyotype
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Cause of karyotype disorders
Cause of karyotype disorders
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Herring Gull Extinction
Herring Gull Extinction
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Bio-magnification
Bio-magnification
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E-waste Recycling Disadvantages
E-waste Recycling Disadvantages
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Incineration Advantage
Incineration Advantage
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Suspended Solids Removal
Suspended Solids Removal
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Colloidal Impurities Use
Colloidal Impurities Use
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Domestic Sewage Impact
Domestic Sewage Impact
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Ecological Risk of DDT
Ecological Risk of DDT
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Spermatogonium
Spermatogonium
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Meiosis
Meiosis
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X-linked recessive inheritance
X-linked recessive inheritance
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Aneuploidy
Aneuploidy
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Polyploidy
Polyploidy
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Gamete Genotype
Gamete Genotype
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Offspring Count
Offspring Count
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Blood group genotypes
Blood group genotypes
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Parent genotypes for blood group
Parent genotypes for blood group
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Punnett square
Punnett square
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Genotypic ratio from punnett square
Genotypic ratio from punnett square
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Phenotypic ratio example
Phenotypic ratio example
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Test cross
Test cross
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Cross with homozygous purple flowers
Cross with homozygous purple flowers
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Inference from flower cross
Inference from flower cross
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Study Notes
Competency Focused Practice Questions
- This document is a collection of competency-based practice questions for Biology (Volume 2), Grade 12, following the CBSE curriculum.
- The questions are designed to assess conceptual understanding and application of biological concepts.
- The questions include a mix of free response and multiple-choice questions.
- All items are aligned to the NCERT curriculum and learning outcomes.
- Multiple-choice questions have carefully constructed options (correct and distractors) meant to expose gaps in student learning.
- Subjective questions include detailed scoring rubrics for evaluation.
- The items are designed for teachers to use, gauge student learning, provide feedback and insights into learning gaps.
- The document is co-created by CBSE Centre for Excellence in Assessment and Educational Initiatives (Ei).
Contents
- The document covers various biological topics, including biodiversity, conservation, biotechnology, ecosystems, environmental issues, human health and disease, microbes, molecular basis of inheritance, principles of inheritance, reproduction, and food production.
- Each topic is associated with a dedicated answer key and marking scheme, adding to the resourcefulness of the book.
Preface
- Assessments are crucial tools to evaluate learning and offer feedback about instructional effectiveness and student understanding.
- Competency-based assessments are emphasized, focusing on higher-order skills like analysis, critical thinking and problem-solving.
- The document aims to help students learn with understanding and apply concepts to solve complex problems.
- CBSE and Ei have collaborated on this project, drawing on resources such as Essential Concepts and A Question A Day.
Biodiversity and Conservation
- The content on Biodiversity and Conservation deals with related questions.
- There are multiple choice questions and free response questions along with related answer keys and marking schemes.
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Test your knowledge on recombinant DNA technology and its processes, including the role of enzymes and natural processes. The quiz covers various aspects like the function of β-galactosidase and DNA ligase, along with relevant ecological concerns. Prepare to delve into the critical steps and terminology of this advanced field.