Biotechnology

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What is a genetically engineered organism that contains a new gene from a different organism called?

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Transgenic organism.

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What must be used to create DNA fragments?

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Restriction enzymes.

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What is unique to every individual and can be used for identification?

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DNA fingerprint.

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What type of selective breeding results in the creation of a hybrid organism?

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Hybridization.

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What type of selective breeding increases the likelihood of recessive genes?

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In-Breeding.

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What is the process of altering the genetic material of an organism?

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Genetic Engineering.

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What technique is used to separate DNA fragments based on size?

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Gel electrophoresis.

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What is the term for the offspring produced by crossing two different species?

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Hybrid.

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What is the purpose of cloning in biotechnology?

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To produce genetically identical organisms.

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What is the role of plasmids in genetic engineering?

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They are used as vectors to transfer genes into host cells.