Biotechnology Flashcard

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A lab technique used in crime fighting to prove a suspect's innocence or guilt is known as: genetic engineering, PCR, electrophoresis, gene therapy

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electrophoresis

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During electrophoresis, an electrical current must be present for DNA fragments to move throughout the gel.

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true

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Which sample of DNA would have to be from Mr. Jones if he were the child’s father?

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4

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What is recombinant DNA?

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Adding DNA from one organism into the DNA of another

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What type of biotechnology can develop different types of cells or tissues from an undifferentiated cell? Options: DNA fingerprinting, stem cell therapy, restricted enzymes, cloning

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stem cell therapy

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What is gene therapy?

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The process of inserting normal genes into human cells to correct genetic disorders.

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Why is Dolly the sheep considered a clone?

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the source of Dolly's DNA is a single cell taken from an adult donor

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What topic is being discussed when considering the long-term effects of creating crops immune to pesticides and diseases? Options: GMOs, Cloning, DNA fingerprinting, Gene therapy.

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GMOs

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Which statement is NOT an ethical concern about Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?
Options: farmers will be able to increase their farms and make more money, the long-term effects of these foods are unknown, a decrease in genetic diversity of plants, genes for pesticide resistance might transfer to weeds by cross-pollination

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farmers will be able to increase their farms and make more money

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Another name for GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) is ____________.

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Transgenic