Biotechnology Review

Front

Define recombinant DNA technology.

Back

A method in which DNA from different organisms is combined together in the laboratory.

Front

What is gene therapy?

Back

The process of inserting normal genes into human cells to correct genetic disorders.

Front

What is an example of recombinant DNA?

Back

Inserting human DNA into a bacterial plasmid to create insulin-producing bacteria.

Front

What does PCR stand for?

Back

Polymerase Chain Reaction.

Front

What is the purpose of PCR?

Back

To make millions of copies of DNA fragments for various biotechnology processes.

Front

What is gene therapy used for?

Back

To replace a defective or missing gene to treat a disease.

Front

Define genetic engineering.

Back

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

Front

What is a plasmid?

Back

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

Front

What is cloning in biotechnology?

Back

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

Front

What is transgenic technology?

Back

The process of introducing foreign DNA into an organism's genome.