Unit 6 Genetic Engineering and Technology Test

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What is Gel Electrophoresis?

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A method of separating DNA, RNA, and protein fragments based on size.

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Inbreeding and hybridization are two different types of _________.

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Selective Breeding.

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The rancher selects the fastest horses and has them reproduce. This is...

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Selective breeding.

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Putting the gene for bioluminescence into a fish is an example of...

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Genetic Engineering.

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What is a plasmid?

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A circular piece of DNA used as a vector.

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What is Genetic Engineering?

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The direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology.

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What is Selective Breeding?

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The process of breeding plants and animals for particular genetic traits.

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What is the purpose of Gene Therapy?

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To treat or prevent disease by modifying genes.

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What is a vector in genetic engineering?

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A vehicle used to transfer genetic material into a cell.

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What is the role of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?

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To cut DNA at specific sequences.