Biotechnology: ESSENTIALS

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What is bacterial transformation?

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Bacterial transformation is when a bacteria's genome is changed by adding new DNA to it.

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What are transgenic organisms (GMOs)?

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Transgenic organisms are organisms that have genes from a different species.

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What is recombinant DNA?

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Recombinant DNA is DNA that has genes from different organisms.

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What is cloning?

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Cloning is copying an organism's DNA to make an identical organism.

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What are genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?

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Genetically modified organisms are organisms whose genes/DNA have been edited.

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What is the purpose of genetic engineering?

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The purpose of genetic engineering is to modify an organism's DNA to achieve desired traits.

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What is a plasmid?

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A plasmid is a small, circular piece of DNA found in bacteria that can be used in genetic engineering.

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What is CRISPR technology?

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CRISPR technology is a tool used for editing genes, allowing for precise modifications in DNA.

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What is gene therapy?

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Gene therapy is a technique that modifies a person's genes to treat or prevent disease.

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What is the role of restriction enzymes in biotechnology?

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Restriction enzymes cut DNA at specific sequences, allowing for the manipulation of genetic material.