Biotechnology Flashcard

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This is the practice of producing a genetically identical cell or organism

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Cloning

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What is a concern of scientists when genetically modifying plants?

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There will be a decrease in biodiversity.

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A type of transformation that results in an organism that contains genes from different species.

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Transgenic

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Everyone has a ______________that is unique to the individual.

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DNA fingerprint

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What are DNA fingerprints used for?

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crime scene investigations and to determine paternity/maternity

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Concern about the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as food?

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They can cause allergies, toxins, new diseases, and nutritional problems.

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What is the Human Genome Project?

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Identify, sequence and catalog all human DNA.

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Circular DNA found in bacteria used to transfer other DNA

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Plasmid

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Inserting a gene into the plasmid of a bacterium is an example of...

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Recombinant DNA

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What are some benefits of genetic engineering? Options: Research on disease susceptibility and treatment, Less pesticide use, Improved crop yield, All of the above

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All of the above