Cloning (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards

Creating genetically identical copies of organism or gene

Create multiple identical copies of a specific gene

Cut DNA at specific sequences like molecular scissors

DNA formed by joining a gene to a plasmid using ligase

Rapidly amplifies specific DNA sequences in vitro

Thermus aquaticus, a bacterium from hot springs

$2^n$ copies produced

Dolly the sheep (5 July 1996)

Identical to nucleus donor, not egg donor or surrogate

Reduces diversity, making populations vulnerable to disease