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What are scientists more likely to learn from transgenic animals than from transgenic bacteria or trangenic plants?
How humans genes function.
Animal Biology is much more similar to that of humans than the others. This means that animals and humans (we are animals BTW) share a more recent genetic relative than the with the other two types of organisms.
All life is related, that's why studying bacteria and viruses is very interesting. But from a human medicine standpoint animal studies are the most useful.
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FranScientists are more likely to learn about the specific functions of genes in complex biological systems by using transgenic animals, as they share more physiological and genetic similarities with humans compared to bacteria or plants. Transgenic animals can provide insights into disease mechanisms, drug testing, and potential therapies that are more directly applicable to humans.
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What is one practical application for each of the following transgenic bacteria transgenic animal transgenic plants QUICK?
Transgenic bacteria can be used in environmental cleanup to break down pollutants. Transgenic animals can be engineered for disease research and drug development. Transgenic plants can be designed to be more resistant to pests and diseases, increasing crop yield and reducing the need for chemical pesticides.
All cloned animals are also transgenic?
Not all cloned animals are transgenic. Cloning involves making a genetic copy of an existing individual, while transgenic animals have had genes from another organism inserted into their genome. Cloned animals can be created using the original individual's genetic material without introducing new genes.
What are some examples of transgenic species?
Some examples of transgenic species include genetically modified crops like Bt corn, Roundup Ready soybeans, and Golden Rice. Other examples are transgenic animals like GloFish, genetically modified mice used in scientific research, and Enviropig, engineered to digest phosphorus more efficiently.
Is it true that some transgenic animals grow faster because they have extra copies of growth hormone genes?
Yes, it is true. Some transgenic animals have been engineered to express extra copies of growth hormone genes, leading to increased production of growth hormone in their bodies. This results in accelerated growth and development, allowing these animals to grow faster compared to their non-transgenic counterparts.
Give an example of a transgenic bacteria?
One example of a transgenic bacteria is Escherichia coli (E. coli) that has been modified to produce human insulin. The gene coding for human insulin is inserted into the E. coli DNA, allowing the bacteria to produce insulin that can be harvested and used for medical purposes.
