Unit 7 Mutations and Biotechnology

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What is genetic engineering?

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The modification of characteristics in an organism through the manipulation of genes.

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What condition is characterized by abnormally shaped red blood cells?

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Sickle cell Anemia.

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What type of chromosomal mutation involves a segment of a chromosome being moved to a different location?

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Translocation.

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What is a mutation?

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A change in a cell's genetic material.

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What effect does a mutation that changes the 6th base to cytosine instead of uracil have on the amino acid?

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It has no effect.

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What is DNA fingerprinting?

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A technique used to identify individuals based on unique patterns in their DNA.

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What is gel electrophoresis used for?

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To separate DNA fragments based on their size.

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What is cloning?

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

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What is cystic fibrosis?

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A genetic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems.

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What is a deletion mutation?

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A type of mutation where a segment of DNA is removed.