Biotechnology

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Creating a transgenic organism is an example of _____________.

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Genetic Engineering

Front

True or False: Gel electrophoresis allows scientists to compare DNA of different individuals.

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True

Front

Using biotechnology to change the genetic makeup of an organism is called _____________.

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Genetic Engineering

Front

A cloned daughter organism receives __________ from the identical parent organism.

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The DNA (nucleus)

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Genome is __________.

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Genetic makeup

Front

What is the process of copying a segment of DNA called?

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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

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What technique is used to separate DNA fragments by size?

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Gel Electrophoresis

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What is the purpose of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?

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To cut DNA at specific sequences.

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What is the term for the technique used to grow cells in a controlled environment?

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Tissue Culturing

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What is the main goal of gene therapy?

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To treat or prevent disease by modifying genes.