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What is a gene transfer?
Gene transfer refers to the movement of genetic material from one organism to another. This can happen naturally through processes like reproduction or through artificial methods such as genetic engineering techniques. Gene transfer is important for the evolution of species and for the development of biotechnology products.
What is the difference between lateral and vertical gene transfer?
Lateral gene transfer is the process of genetic transfer of (mostly) resistance genes through plasmids among bacteria while vertical gene transfer is the transfer of genetic materials that are passed down from parent organism to offspring from one generation to another.
How do different organisms have the same subset of genes?
Different organisms can have the same subset of genes through processes like gene duplication, vertical gene transfer, and lateral gene transfer. Gene duplication can lead to multiple copies of the same gene in different organisms. Vertical gene transfer involves the inheritance of genes from a common ancestor. Lateral gene transfer allows organisms to acquire genes from other species, leading to the sharing of genetic material among organisms.
What is the difference between horizontal gene transfer and vertical gene transfer?
Horizontal gene transfer involves the transfer of genetic material between different organisms, such as bacteria exchanging genes through processes like transformation, transduction, or conjugation. Vertical gene transfer refers to the transmission of genes from parents to offspring, typically through sexual reproduction in eukaryotic organisms.
What is gene transfer through embryo injection?
the transfer of gene to the embryo in order to produce transgenic offspring is known as gene transfer through embryo.
What is agrobacterium mediated gene transfer?
transfer of gene with the help of Ti plasmid present in Agrobacterium which has T-dna region by which gene van transfer.
Horizontal gene transfer in humans?
gene transfer in eukaryotes Gene transfer in eukaryotes may come in the form of mitosis or meiosis. However, horizontal gene transfer, to my knowledge, does not occur in euks. Horizontal gene transfer is when a cell's DNA is transferred to an individual without reproduction. Bacteria have the ability to accept plasmids from other bacteria, and then incorporate the DNA in to their own genome.
Why does a gene fit into the opening in the plasmid?
The gene fits into the opening in the plasmid because the ends of the gene and the plasmid have been cut by specific enzymes to create complementary "sticky ends" that can bind together. This process is known as ligation, which joins the gene and the plasmid together to create a recombinant DNA molecule.
What term is used for the transfer of a gene from one organism to another?
Horizontal Gene Transfer is probably the term you are looking for
Can one species transfer gene to different species?
Yes, gene transfer between different species can occur through mechanisms such as horizontal gene transfer, particularly in bacteria, where genes can be exchanged via transformation, transduction, or conjugation. In plants, gene transfer can happen naturally through hybridization or can be facilitated by human intervention, such as genetic engineering. Additionally, some viruses can carry genes from one species to another, contributing to genetic diversity. However, such transfers are typically more complex and less common in multicellular organisms compared to microorganisms.
Can a person with a genetic disorder that has been corrected by gene transfer pass the corrected condition to his or her children?
No, because their genes will be changed.
Do the healing powers in your body help us heal?
Of course , certain immunity power can be obtained from one person and transfer to other person via vaccine creation or gene therapy. healing - how fast body neutralize virus or repair the wounds(metabolism)
