1.7 - Genomic Sequencing

Question 1

What is genomics

Answer 1

Genomics is the study of an organisms genome (entire genetic material)

Question 2

2 reasons why an organisms DNA is studied

Answer 2

To determine the sequence of bases that code for each gene

To determine the function of that gene

Question 3

What does bioinformatics allow

Answer 3

Bioinformatics allows scientists to map, analyse, and compare DNA sequences quickly and on a large scale using a computer

The sequence data is used to investigate evolutionary pathways, inheritance and personalised medicine

Question 4

What is phylogenetic

Answer 4

Phylogenetic trees can be used to represent the relatedness of organisms and their evolutionary relationships

Question 5

What are the 3 domains of life

Answer 5

Bacteria (Prokaryotes)

Eukaryotes

Archaea

Question 6

Key events in the evolution in life

Answer 6

Vertebrates 
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Land plants
^
Animals
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Multicellular organisms 
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Eukaryotes 
^
Photosynthetic organisms 
^
Prokaryotes

Question 7

What is pharmacogenetics

Answer 7

Pharmacogenetics is the study of an individuals genome to create personalised medicine