Genetic Engineering Vocab

Front

Alter DNA for desired traits.

Back

Genetic Engineering

Front

Two organisms with desired traits serve as parents for the next generation.

Back

Selective Breeding

Front

Mating similar organisms leading to genetic disorders.

Back

Inbreeding

Front

Combining genetic material from various organisms to create a new sequence not found in the originals.

Back

Gene Splicing

Front

Using a patient’s stem cells to create a lab-grown organ for transplant.

Back

Genetically Engineered Organs

Front

Testing that identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins to rule out genetic disease and assess the risk of genetic disorders.

Back

Genetic Screening

Front

Adding or deleting gene segments to correct genetic disorders.

Back

Gene Therapy

Front

Crossing two genetically different organisms for optimal traits.

Back

Hybridization

Front

An organism created with the same genes as its predecessor, making an exact copy.

Back

Cloning

Front

Engineering food for crops to thrive in poor soil, resist disease, tolerate drought, and repel insects.

Back

Genetically Modified Food