BIO TECHNOLOGY

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Types of Biotechnology

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GMO/Gene Therapy

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All cells within an organism have the same DNA, but ___ ___ _____ are expressed

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not all genes

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Enzymes found in bacteria that recognize and bind to specific sequences of DNA

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Restriction Enzymes

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The gel is stained with a special dye. How can I see the DNA better?

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UV Light

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The process of selecting the bacteria that can successfully produce copies of the gene/protein, bacteria are grown on an antibiotic plate.

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Selection

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What is a GMO?

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Genetically Modified Organism, an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.

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What is gene therapy?

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A technique that modifies a person's genes to treat or prevent disease.

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What role do restriction enzymes play in biotechnology?

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They cut DNA at specific sequences, allowing for DNA manipulation.

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What is the purpose of using UV light in DNA analysis?

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To visualize DNA bands after gel electrophoresis.

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What is the significance of antibiotic selection in cloning?

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It ensures that only bacteria containing the desired gene survive.