Genetic Engineering

Question 1

Genetic engineering

Answer 1

The manipulation or alteration of genes

Question 2

Example of genetic engineering in plants

Answer 2

Weed killer resistant crops

Question 3

Example of genetic engineering in animals

Answer 3

Emphysema (collapsing of alveoli) - gene to help found in protein of sheeps milk

Question 4

Example of genetic engineering in micro organisms

Answer 4

Insulin from e.coli

Question 5

Tools needed for genetic engineering

Answer 5

DNA source
Cloning vector
Restriction enzymes
DNA ligase

Question 6

Process of genetic engineering

Answer 6

1. Isolation - target gene and plasmid
2. Cutting - restriction enzymes
3. Ligation - DNA ligase
4. Transformation - uptake of DNA
5. Cloning - reproduction of identical copies
6. Expression - production of required/ desired product