Key Term Ch 15

Question 1

Gene

Answer 1

is a segment of DNA that acts as identifying codes for hereditary traits.

Question 2

Genetic modification

Answer 2

Is a process that alters the genetic material of plants or animals by duplicating, removing or inserting one or more new genes to improve its characteristics.

Question 3

High pressure processing

Answer 3

Is a method of preserving food that involves subjecting food to intense pressures to kill microbes such as yeasts, moulds and bacteria while maintaining the fresh qualities of the food.

Question 4

Membrane technology

Answer 4

Invol