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Genetic Engineering Flashcards

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What is genetic engineering

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Removing a donor gene from one organism and modifying the genome of another organism by inserting the donor gene into its genome to give it desired characteristics

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What is a genome

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all DNA in an organism

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What is the first step of genetic engineering and what is the key term

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Get gene from donor cells using SPECIFIC RESTRICTION ENZYMES to cut DNA on either side of desired piece

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What is the second step of genetic engineering

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Cut vector (plasmid) DNA with SAME specific restriction enzyme to get complementary shape

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What is the 3rd step of genetic engineering

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Insert donor gene into vector

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What is the 4th step of genetic engineering

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use vector to carry donor gene into host cells

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What are the advantages of genetic engineering

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treat different conditions
eliminate hereditary diseases
enable people born w/ genetic disorder to live normal life

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Biology - Inheritance and Variation (12 decks)

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