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Examples of Genetic Engineering

Part of Genetic Engineering — GCSE Biology

This key facts covers Examples of Genetic Engineering within Genetic Engineering for GCSE Biology. Genetic modification, gene therapy, and biotechnology applications It is section 2 of 11 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

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Section 2 of 11

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Examples of Genetic Engineering

  • Insulin: Human insulin gene inserted into bacteria — produces insulin for diabetics
  • Golden rice: Rice modified to contain vitamin A — prevents blindness
  • GM crops: Resistance to herbicides, pests, drought
  • Gene therapy: Treating genetic diseases by replacing faulty genes

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Practice Questions for Genetic Engineering

Which of the following is a benefit of genetic engineering?

  • A. It can only be used for humans
  • B. It can introduce new traits into an organism by modifying its DNA sequence
  • C. It is expensive and time-consuming due to the complexity of genome manipulation
  • D. It only works for plants, not animals or microorganisms
2 marksfoundation

A genetic engineer uses a gene from one organism to introduce a desirable characteristic into another organism. This process is an example of which type of genetic engineering?

3 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

How is insulin produced using genetic engineering?
The human insulin gene is inserted into bacterial plasmids. The bacteria are grown in large fermenters and produce human insulin protein. This insulin is then purified for use by diabetics. Before this, pig or cow insulin (slightly different) was used.
What is genetic engineering?
The direct modification of an organism's genome by inserting a gene from another organism (or a modified gene) to give it a new or altered characteristic. The resulting organism is called a genetically modified (GM) organism.

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