Exploring Genetic Engineering

What is gene therapy and how does it work?

• Gene therapy is a process that only involves surgery.

• Gene therapy is a technique that modifies genes to treat or prevent diseases.

• Gene therapy is a method to enhance physical appearance.

• Gene therapy is a type of medication that treats infections.

What are the main types of gene therapy?

• Gene duplication

• Protein therapy

• Gene addition, gene editing, gene silencing, cell-based therapies

• RNA interference

What ethical concerns are associated with gene therapy?

• Gene therapy only affects physical traits, not health.

• There are no regulations governing gene therapy.

• Gene therapy is always successful without risks.

• Ethical concerns include unintended genetic changes, long-term effects, consent issues, social inequalities, and designer babies.

How are transgenic organisms created?

• Transgenic organisms are created by exposing them to radiation to induce mutations.

• Transgenic organisms are created by inserting foreign DNA into their genome.

• Transgenic organisms are created by cloning existing organisms.

• Transgenic organisms are created by selective breeding of similar species.

What are some examples of transgenic organisms?

• Organic Wheat

• Cabbage White Butterfly

• Examples of transgenic organisms include Bt corn, Roundup Ready soybeans, GloFish, and transgenic mice.

• Golden Rice

What are the potential benefits of transgenic crops?

• Lower production costs

• Increased water requirements

• Higher susceptibility to diseases

• Potential benefits of transgenic crops include increased yield, pest resistance, herbicide tolerance, and improved nutritional content.

What role do plasmids play in genetic engineering?

• Plasmids are responsible for protein synthesis in cells.

• Plasmids are used to create vaccines against viral infections.

• Plasmids act as a source of energy for cellular processes.

• Plasmids serve as vectors for transferring genetic material in genetic engineering.

How can gene therapy be used to treat genetic disorders?

• Gene therapy can be used to correct or replace defective genes responsible for genetic disorders.

• Gene therapy is a surgical procedure to remove defective genes.

• Gene therapy involves the use of antibiotics to treat genetic disorders.

• Gene therapy can only be used for infectious diseases.

What are the risks involved in gene therapy?

• Risks of gene therapy include immune responses, insertional mutagenesis, off-target effects, and the possibility of incomplete or ineffective treatment.

• Gene therapy has no side effects.

• Gene therapy guarantees complete recovery.

• Gene therapy is only used for cosmetic purposes.

How does CRISPR technology relate to genetic engineering?

• CRISPR technology is a method for creating synthetic organisms.

• CRISPR technology is a method of genetic engineering that enables precise DNA editing.

• CRISPR technology is only used for cloning animals.

• CRISPR technology is a form of traditional breeding.