Genetic Engineering

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What are transgenic organisms?

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Transgenic organisms are organisms that contain genes from other species.

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What is selective breeding?

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Selective breeding is the process by which a farmer chooses the best plants or animals to breed in order to produce desired traits in future generations.

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What are some applications of genetic engineering?

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Genetic engineering has been used to produce genetically modified organisms (GMOs), gene therapy, and recombinant proteins, among others.

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What is a plasmid?

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A plasmid is a simple ring of DNA found in prokaryotes that can replicate independently of chromosomal DNA.

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What is a restriction enzyme?

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A restriction enzyme is a protein that cuts DNA molecules at specific sequences, allowing for the manipulation of DNA.

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What is the purpose of genetic engineering?

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The purpose of genetic engineering is to modify the genetic makeup of an organism to achieve desired traits or produce specific biological products.

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What is gene therapy?

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Gene therapy is a technique that modifies a person's genes to treat or prevent disease.

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What are genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?

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Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.

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What role do vectors play in genetic engineering?

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Vectors are vehicles used to transfer genetic material into a host cell, commonly used in cloning and gene therapy.

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What is CRISPR technology?

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CRISPR technology is a revolutionary gene-editing tool that allows for precise modifications to DNA sequences in living organisms.