Genetic Technologies and Their Benefits (HSC SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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What is recombinant DNA?
What is recombinant DNA?
DNA from different sources combined
What is the role of DNA ligase in recombinant DNA technology?
What is the role of DNA ligase in recombinant DNA technology?
It permanently joins DNA fragments
Which gene delivery method uses electrical pulses to open pores in cell membranes?
Which gene delivery method uses electrical pulses to open pores in cell membranes?
Electroporation
What is the key difference between gene therapy and creating transgenic organisms?
What is the key difference between gene therapy and creating transgenic organisms?
Gene therapy changes are not inherited
What is a major benefit of Bt cotton?
What is a major benefit of Bt cotton?
It requires reduced pesticide use
What is the purpose of knock-out mice in research?
What is the purpose of knock-out mice in research?
To understand gene function
What is an advantage of recombinant DNA vaccines?
What is an advantage of recombinant DNA vaccines?
They have low risk of side effects
Why is Humulin better than animal-derived insulin?
Why is Humulin better than animal-derived insulin?
It is better tolerated by patients
How do monoclonal antibodies help treat cancer?
How do monoclonal antibodies help treat cancer?
They activate immune system attacks
Why are scientists creating transgenic pigs for organ transplantation?
Why are scientists creating transgenic pigs for organ transplantation?
To reduce immune rejection response