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Exam 6 Review: Genetic Engineering

Exam 6 Review: Genetic Engineering

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is genetic engineering?

Back

The manipulation of an organism’s genes using modern DNA technology.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is genetic screening?

Back

A type of medical test that looks for changes in chromosomes, genes, and proteins.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a risk associated with genetic testing?

Back

Genetic tests may not result in absolute diagnoses.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is gene therapy?

Back

A way to treat or prevent disease by altering a person’s DNA.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is cloning?

Back

Creating a cell or an organism that is genetically identical to a preexisting organism.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is genetic modification?

Back

The process of altering the genetic material of an organism.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a gene?

Back

A segment of DNA that contains the instructions for building a specific protein.

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