Trivia Flashcards
CRISPR uses what type of molecule to bind the “spacer” region of target DNA?
crRNA
What is the function of Cas9 in CRISPR-based genome editing?
Binding the PAM DNA sequence and Cleaving DNA
What did we add into our plasmid using Golden-Gate cloning?
DNA to encode a crRNA
How is our beta carotene genome editing template encoded?
On a linear template split into two parts
How many genes are encoded on our beta carotene pathway template?
4
What is a benefit of genome editing compared to expressing genes on a plasmid?
More stable and robust growing strain
Why would we use cells to produce chemicals?
Less carbon emissions and Less land utilized
Which fields can Synthetic Biology be applied to?
Agriculture
Energy
Pharmaceutical
Chemical