The human genome project (Edexcel GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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In which year did the Human Genome Project begin?
In which year did the Human Genome Project begin?
1990
How long did the Human Genome Project take to complete?
How long did the Human Genome Project take to complete?
13 years
How many base pairs make up the human genome?
How many base pairs make up the human genome?
Over 3 billion
How many genes linked to diseases were initially discovered by the project?
How many genes linked to diseases were initially discovered by the project?
Approximately 1800
What is personalized medicine?
What is personalized medicine?
Healthcare tailored to genetic profiles
Which diseases result from gene and lifestyle interactions?
Which diseases result from gene and lifestyle interactions?
Cancer and heart disease
Which inherited disorder is mentioned as an example in the note?
Which inherited disorder is mentioned as an example in the note?
Cystic fibrosis
What does knowing genetic predispositions allow doctors to provide?
What does knowing genetic predispositions allow doctors to provide?
Tailored diet and lifestyle advice
How do genetic variations help medicine development?
How do genetic variations help medicine development?
Drugs tailored to genetic variations
What psychological problem can genetic knowledge cause?
What psychological problem can genetic knowledge cause?
Anxiety about minor symptoms
What is 'gene-ism'?
What is 'gene-ism'?
Discrimination based on genes
Who might discriminate based on genetic information?
Who might discriminate based on genetic information?
Employers and insurers