1.4 Genetic Models for Human Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
What is necessary for a good genetic research model?
A
easy to maintain
possess rapid and prolific reproductive cycle
easy to work with
2
Q
What are model organisms?
A
ideal research models that are used to study a variety of biological processes
3
Q
What are the two first model organisms?
A
mouse
fruit fly
4
Q
What do mice have that is strikingly similar to humans?
A
they can express human immune systems
5
Q
What are the benefits of fruit flies?
A
short lifespan
small genome
large number of offspring
6
Q
What is another example of a model organisms?
A
nematode C elegans
7
Q
What does C elegans model for humans?
A
nervous system
8
Q
What are zebrafish good model organisms for?
A
vertebrate development
9
Q
What are zebrafish good model organisms?
A
reproduce rapidly
transparent eggs
