lecture 6- human molecular genetics Flashcards
1
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what do we learn from mutants
A
mutant organism for a particular gene
we can work out what that gene might do
2
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how do we make mutants
A
treating organisms with radiation or chemicals
3
Q
making and analysing lots of mutants is called..
A
a genetic screen
4
Q
advantages of mouse model organism
A
mammalian- shares many biological functions
our genomes are the same size and order (synteny)
similar immune system
small, easy to maintain, fast breeding
5
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disadvantages of mouse model organism
A
physiology can differ
expensive
ethics concerns
