Biotechnology

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What does transgenic mean?

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An organism that has had another species' DNA put in it.

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What is genetic engineering?

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The practice of inserting the DNA of another species into an organism's DNA so that the organism gains a new trait.

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What is selective breeding?

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The practice of choosing individuals of a species to mate based on their desirable characteristics.

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What is DNA fingerprinting?

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The process of creating a unique image of an individual's alleles based on their size and using that image to identify an individual's DNA.

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What do restriction enzymes do?

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They isolate DNA pieces by 'snipping'.

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What is a plasmid?

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A small, circular piece of DNA that can replicate independently of chromosomal DNA.

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What is cloning?

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The process of creating a genetically identical copy of an organism.

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What is gel electrophoresis?

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A technique used to separate DNA fragments based on their size.

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What is the purpose of genetic modification?

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To alter the genetic makeup of an organism to achieve desired traits.

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What is the role of a vector in genetic engineering?

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A vector is a vehicle used to transfer genetic material into a host cell.