biotechnology

Which correctly describes a clone?

• a genetically identical organism

• an organism with DNA from another species

• an organism with a mutated gene

Which of the following describes a transgenic organism?

• a genetically identical organism

• an organism with DNA from another species

• an organism with a mutated gene

Which is the product of genetic engineering?

• bacteria containing a human gene

• a genetically identical organism

• a DNA fingerprint

Which is the product of gel electrophoresis?

• bacteria containing a human gene

• a genetically identical organism

• a DNA fingerprint

Which of the following would be most useful in solving a crime or determining a relationship between two individuals?

• blood types

• DNA fingerprints

• comparing phenotypes

Which of the following describes how DNA is used to determine relationships between organisms of different species?

• more similar sequences suggest they share a more recent common ancestor

• more differences between sequences suggest they share a more recent common ancestor

• more similar sequences suggest they share a more distant common ancestor

Which is a common use of genetically modified plants?

• insect resistance

• insulin production

• glowing in the dark

Which is a common use of transgenic bacteria?

• producing human insulin to treat the disease diabetes

• producing corn that is resistant to insects

• producing pigs that digest phosphorous

How does genetically modifying cows to produce more milk affect prices of milk?

• lowers price

• increases price

• has no effect on price

Which of the following describes a stem cell?

• undifferentiated, can become any type of cell if receives correct signaling

• highly specialized cell for transport

• cells that are found in heart muscle