Recombinant DNA Technology

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What is the enzymatic function of restriction enzymes?

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To cleave nucleic acids at specific sites.

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In order to insert a human gene into a plasmid, what must both the gene and plasmid do?

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Be cut by the same restriction enzyme.

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Which technology is important for a person with diabetes who needs insulin?

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Using recombinant DNA to produce human hormones from bacteria.

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What are organisms that have DNA from a different species artificially inserted into their cells called?

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Transgenic.

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What is one disadvantage of GMOs?

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Unknown long term health effects.

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What is recombinant DNA technology?

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A method used to combine DNA from different sources.

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What role do plasmids play in recombinant DNA technology?

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Plasmids serve as vectors to carry foreign DNA into host cells.

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What is the purpose of using a vector in genetic engineering?

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To transfer genetic material into a host organism.

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What is a transgenic organism?

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An organism that contains a gene or genes which have been artificially inserted instead of acquired through reproduction.

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What is the significance of using the same restriction enzyme for both DNA sources?

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It ensures that the DNA fragments can be joined together.