DNA And Genetics

Question 0

Define EXPRESSION

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The activation of the gene and as a result the formation of the human protein by the bacterial cell

Question 1

Define. TRANSFORMATION

Answer 1

The uptake of foreign DNA by cells

Question 2

Define. GENETIC ENGINEERING

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The manipulation and alteration of genes

Question 3

Define TRANSLATION

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The conversion of a sequence of genetic bases on mRNA into an amino acid sequence

Question 4

Define TRANSCRIPTION

Answer 4

The copying of a sequence of genetic bases from DNA onto mRNA
(Making mRNA using a DNA template)

Question 5

Gene

Answer 5

Part of a chromosome, made of DNA and controls a single characteristic/ trait

Question 6

DNA profiling

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Of making unique patterns in the non coding regions of an individual’s DNA . Or examining DNA for a pattern or band to compare

Question 7

Chromosome

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Find nucleus,made of DNA and protein and contain genes along their length

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Homologous chromosomes

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Pairs of chromosomes that contain genes for the same characteristics at the same positions on the chromosomes

Question 9

Restriction enzymes

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Enzymes that cut DNA at specific places

Question 10

DNA lipase

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An enzyme that is used to stick DNA molecules from sources firmly together