4.5 Concept Summary Review: Genetic Engineering

What is genetic engineering?

• A process of naturally evolving organisms

• A method to artificially change the genome of an organism

• A way to create new species from scratch

• A technique to enhance computer algorithms

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What can genetic engineering modify?

• The color of an organism

• The physical traits of an organism

• The size of an organism

• The lifespan of an organism

What might genetic engineering involve?

• Moving genetic material from one species to another

• Creating new planets

• Designing new languages

• Building new cities

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What is sometimes changed in genetic engineering?

• The color of the sky

• The genome of a single species

• The temperature of the ocean

• The speed of light

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What can scientists genetically engineer to help keep humans healthy?

• Hormones and vaccines

• New types of metals

• Faster cars

• Larger buildings

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What future use does genetic engineering have?

• To create new planets

• To help cure inherited diseases

• To design new clothing

• To build taller skyscrapers

What can genetic engineering produce in agriculture?

• Crops resistant to insects and severe weather

• New types of soil

• Larger farm animals

• Faster growing trees

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How can genetic technologies help the environment?

• By creating more pollution

• By using more natural resources

• By helping to protect the environment

• By increasing waste production

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What is the genome?

• The complete set of genes in an organism

• A type of computer program

• A new form of energy

• A style of music

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What is one goal of genetic engineering in medicine?

• To create new sports

• To cure inherited diseases

• To design new buildings

• To invent new musical instruments

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