In the early 1980s scientists were able to produce two biomolecules by splicing a human gene into the bacterium E. coli to make recombinant human insulin and growth hormone. Which... In the early 1980s scientists were able to produce two biomolecules by splicing a human gene into the bacterium E. coli to make recombinant human insulin and growth hormone. Which statement best explains why this experiment was successful?
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The question is asking which statement best explains the success of an experiment where human genes were spliced into the bacterium E. coli to produce human insulin and growth hormone. The focus is on understanding the genetic compatibility and fundamental biological concepts involved in this genetic engineering process.
Answer
The genes for all organisms are composed of the same building blocks.
The final answer is C: The genes for all organisms are composed of the same building blocks.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is C: The genes for all organisms are composed of the same building blocks.
More Information
The experiment was successful because DNA is universal across organisms, making it possible to express human genes in bacteria like E. coli.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming that similarity between cell types (eukaryotic vs prokaryotic) is key, when it's actually the shared genetic code.
Sources
- Biology STAAR 2016-2018 Flashcards - Easy Notecards - easynotecards.com
- Biomolecules & DNA Rework 2 - Quizizz - quizizz.com
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