Chapter 12 Biology Homework

Which step in this process requires use of restriction enzymes?

When DNA from two sources is combined into one single piece of DNA, it is known as

When plasmids are used to produce a desired protein,

Part complete Frequently, genetic engineers use plasmids, which are _____.

The unpaired nucleotides produced by the action of restriction enzymes are referred to as _____.

The sticky end of the DNA restriction fragment shown here will pair with a DNA restriction fragment with the sticky end _____.

"Sticky ends" are

"Sticky ends" are very useful in genetic engineering because they __________.

Can you correctly place the labels in this diagram that summarizes the process of creating recombinant DNA?

An advantage of using reverse transcriptase to prepare a gene for cloning is that

Cloning human genes into the plasmids of bacteria has enabled scientists to __________.

Which is a transgenic organism?

Transgenic organisms are only scientifically or commercially useful if __________.

What does the process of gene therapy involve?

What is the function of the polymerase chain reaction (PCR)?

During the process of electrophoresis, the ________ functions like a molecular sieve, separating the samples according to their size.

What is the purpose of gel electrophoresis?

The variation that occurs in 13 predetermined sites scattered throughout the human genome can be used to identify individual people. This DNA profile is possible because __________.