Unit 1 (KA5) Genetic Engineering Flashcards
1
Q
What is genetic engineering?
A
The process of removing genetic information from one organism and inserting it into another.
2
Q
State the purpose of genetic engineering.
A
Genetic engineering is useful for making medicines like insulin.
3
Q
Describe each step in the process of genetic engineering using keywords.
A
Identify the section of DNA that contains the required gene from the source chromosome. Extract the required gene using enzymes, then extract plasmid from bacterial cell. Insert the required gene into the bacterial plasmid and seal using enzymes. Lastly, insert plasmid into host bacterial cell to produce a genetically modified organism.
