Unit 6 Review SW A

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What is a GMO?

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An organism that has had its DNA modified by humans.

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What type of mutation is an insertion?

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A mutation where extra base pairs are added into a DNA sequence.

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Why do scientists edit the genes of bacteria to produce insulin?

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Because bacteria have simple DNA that is easier to manipulate, making it easy to produce insulin in a lab.

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Mutations affect the ________ of a protein. Because of this the proteins ______ is affected as well.

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shape, function.

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What type of molecule is tRNA?

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tRNA (transfer RNA) is a type of RNA that helps in the translation of mRNA into proteins.

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What is the role of mRNA in protein synthesis?

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mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic information from DNA to the ribosome, where proteins are synthesized.

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What is a substitution mutation?

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A mutation where one base pair in the DNA sequence is replaced by another.

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What is the function of rRNA?

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rRNA (ribosomal RNA) is a component of ribosomes, which are the sites of protein synthesis.

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What is the significance of gene editing?

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Gene editing allows scientists to modify an organism's DNA to achieve desired traits or produce specific proteins.

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What is the difference between DNA and RNA?

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DNA is double-stranded and contains the genetic blueprint, while RNA is single-stranded and plays a role in protein synthesis.