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UNIT 2 - recombinant DNA Flashcards

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what is recombinant DNA?

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DNA that has been formed artificially

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what is the process of making recombinant DNA?

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a segment of DNA is inserted into the genome of a different species.

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what species do we most often use for recombinant DNA?

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often bacteria - segment of DNA is inserted into its genome

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what happens after a species is inserted with the DNA to form recombinant DNA?

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the species can express the desired gene and produce associated protein

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why is bacteria most often used for recombinant DNA?

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bacteria can replicate very quickly and can be used to make large amounts of a specific protein

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what are prokaryotes?

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bacteria

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what cell contents is bacteria lacking?

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no nucleus or organelles

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what are plasmids?

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small circular DNA molecule found in bacteria

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3 uses of rDNA

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safer vaccines
gene therapy
protein production

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