W1 - Introduction To Genomics Flashcards
1
Q
What is genomics?
A
Study of the entire DNA sequence that contains the complete set of genes for an organism.
- Nuclear genome = vast bulk and a little of mitochondrial DNA
2
Q
What is genetics?
A
Study of how traits are passed down the generations and the role of genes that are in process.
3
Q
What is the total RNA content produced called?
A
Transcriptome 
4
Q
What is the total protein content produced called?
A
Proteome 
Different patterns of carbohydrates added post-translationally.
5
Q
What does ‘omics ’ mean?
A
Broader 
6
Q
What is Moore’s law?
A
It is an observation and projection of a historical trend.
7
Q
Why has genomic‘s changed radically since 2007?
A
- RNA and proteins are now also considered
-2kbp versus 37mbp = 18500 fold increase in sequencing - CRISPR
