Genome

Question 1

WHat?

Answer 1

• A genome is the DNA, or sequence of genes, in a cell
• Every human cell contains a pair of chromosomes, each of which has three billion base pairs or one of four molecules – adenine (A), thymine (T), guanine (G), and cytosine (C) – that pair in precise ways.

Question 2

Image

Answer 2

https://www.pmfias.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Chromosome-DNA-Gene.gif

Question 3

what is genome sequencing?

Answer 3

deciphering the exact order of base pairs in an individual.

Question 4

How is genome sequencing done?

Answer 4

• any biological sample containing a full copy of the DNA — even a very small amount of DNA or ancient DNA — can provide the genetic material necessary for full genome sequencing.
• Such samples may include saliva, epithelial cells, bone marrow, hair.