Biotechnology

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What is gel electrophoresis?

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A laboratory technique used to separate DNA fragments based on their size by applying an electric field to a gel matrix.

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What is genetic engineering?

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A process that involves manipulating an organism's DNA to achieve desired traits or characteristics.

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Who is the father of a child in genetic terms?

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The male parent who contributes half of the child's DNA.

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What does gel electrophoresis analyze?

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It analyzes DNA by separating DNA fragments based on size.

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How do smaller DNA fragments behave in gel electrophoresis?

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Smaller DNA fragments move faster through the gel compared to larger fragments.

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What is the purpose of chromatography?

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A technique used to separate mixtures into their individual components.

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Define cloning in biotechnology.

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The process of creating a genetically identical copy of an organism or cell.

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What is a dichotomous key?

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A tool used in biology to identify organisms based on a series of choices that lead to the correct name.

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What is a cladogram?

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A diagram that shows the evolutionary relationships among various biological species based on similarities and differences in their physical or genetic characteristics.

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What is the role of DNA in genetic engineering?

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DNA serves as the blueprint for all genetic traits and can be modified to create genetically engineered organisms.