Genetic engineering (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What is genetic engineering?
What is genetic engineering?
Changing DNA to give new characteristics
What tool is used to cut a gene from its original chromosome?
What tool is used to cut a gene from its original chromosome?
Special enzymes
Between which types of organisms can genes be transferred?
Between which types of organisms can genes be transferred?
Any organisms - bacteria, plants, animals
What does herbicide resistant mean for GM crops?
What does herbicide resistant mean for GM crops?
Weedkiller can be sprayed without harm
What is a concern about GM crops and wild plants?
What is a concern about GM crops and wild plants?
GM genes might spread to wild flowers
Why are bacteria engineered to produce insulin?
Why are bacteria engineered to produce insulin?
People with diabetes need insulin
What gene is inserted into bacteria to make insulin?
What gene is inserted into bacteria to make insulin?
The human insulin gene
Where do engineered sheep produce human protein?
Where do engineered sheep produce human protein?
In their milk
What future treatment are scientists researching?
What future treatment are scientists researching?
Treating inherited disorders
What concern exists about changing human genes?
What concern exists about changing human genes?
Ethical concerns