MAR 106 Review

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What is recombinant DNA?

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DNA containing genes from two or more organisms.

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What are point mutations?

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Mutations that result from substitutions, additions, or deletions of nucleotides.

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What is the outcome of mitosis?

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2 identical cells.

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What is the outcome of meiosis?

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4 different cells.

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How many chromosomes do human sperm cells have?

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23 chromosomes (haploid).

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How many chromosomes do human skin cells have?

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46 chromosomes (diploid).

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What phase of meiosis is Anaphase I?

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The phase where homologous chromosomes are separated.

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What is the difference between haploid and diploid?

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Haploid cells have one set of chromosomes (n), while diploid cells have two sets (2n).

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What is a plasmid?

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A small, circular piece of DNA found in bacteria that can replicate independently.

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What is a hybrid organism?

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An organism that is the offspring of genetically different parents.