Chapter 9: Genetics Flashcards
1
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How are genes and proteins related?
A
The gene codes for a specific sequence of amino acids in the protein, therefore it determines the function of the protein.
2
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How does micropropagation work?
A
Small pieces called cuttings are taken from the parent plant. These are dipped into dilute bleach to sterilise their surfaces. They are then grown by placing them into a test tube containing nutrients and growth hormones in conditions that are free from pathogens. Each piece of the plant develops into a ball of cells called a callus, which then grows shoots and roots. In this way, large batches of plants can be produced that are genetically identical to each other
