Artificial Selection Flashcard

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What is a genetically modified organism (GMO)?

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An organism whose genetic material has been altered or modified through genetic engineering technology.

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What is artificial selection?

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The process by which humans breed plants or animals for specific traits.

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What is gene therapy?

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A technique that involves inserting copies of a gene directly into a person’s cells to treat genetic disorders.

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What is cloning?

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Creating an organism that is genetically identical to the organism from which it was produced.

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What does 'survival of the fittest' mean?

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It is another name for natural selection, referring to the idea that individuals best adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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What is selective breeding?

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The practice of breeding plants or animals for specific desirable traits.

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What is the difference between natural selection and artificial selection?

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Natural selection occurs without human intervention, while artificial selection is controlled by humans.

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What is genetic modification?

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

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What are variations in genetics?

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Differences in physical traits of an individual from the group to which it belongs.

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What is the role of genes in heredity?

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Genes are units of heredity that carry information from parents to offspring.