genetic engineering

Question 1

explain genetic engineering

Answer 1

the manipulation of alteration of a gene

Question 2

describe the process of genetic engineering up to the point of expression of the gene of interest

Answer 2

DNA with specific gene of interest is removed from an organism DNA with the specific gene of interest is cut using restriction enzymes target gene is inserted

Question 3

state one application of genetic engineering - animals

Answer 3

sheep produce protein that treat emphysemo

Question 4

state one application of genetic engineering - microorganisms

Answer 4

make insulin

Question 5

state one application of genetic engineering - plants

Answer 5

weed killer resistant crops

Question 6

outline what happens during isolation

Answer 6

DNA with specific gene of interest is removed from an organism

Question 7

outline what happens during cutting

Answer 7

DNA with specific gene of interest is cut using restriction enzymes,es

Question 8

outline what happens during gene expression

Answer 8

transformed organisms reproduces, many clones are produced