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Examples of Genetic Engineering

Part of Genetic Engineering — GCSE Biology

This study notes 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 study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

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Section 2 of 11

Practice

25 questions

Recall

20 flashcards

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

Cut out a gene using enzymes

Using restriction enzymes to isolate the desired gene.

What is genetic engineering?

Directly modifying an organism's DNA to give it new characteristics.

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