Genetic Technology Flashcards

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As a result of genomic sequencing…

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Organisms with desirable genes can be identified and then used in breeding programmes.

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What can single genes with desirable characteristics be inserted to?

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Single genes for desirable characteristics can be inserted into the genomes of crop plants, creating genetically modified plants with improved characteristics.

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What can breeding programmes involve?

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Involve crop plants that have been genetically modified using recombinant DNA technology.

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What does recombinant DNA technology in plant breeding include

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Includes the insertion of Bt toxin gene into plants for pest resistance, glyphosate resistance gene inserted for herbicide tolerance.

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