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Genes are inserted into the plasmid of bacteria so when they multiply so does the inserted protein e.g. Insulin is produced using this method. However there is a limit to the types of protein bacteria are capable of making. Scientists have now found that genes cam be transferred to an organism at the early stage of its development, as the organism matures- this inserted trait may prove to be useful, for example- the glowing gene from a jelly fish can be inserted into plants to make them glow when under attack from pests; this notifies the farmer of when to spray pesticide.
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Are genes found only in animals?
No, genes are found in all living organisms, including animals, plants, bacteria, and fungi. Genes are units of heredity that contain instructions for building and maintaining an organism.
The fact that human genes inserted into bacteria produce proteins shows that shows that humans are trangenic organisms TRUE OR FALSE?
True. When human genes are inserted into bacteria and produce proteins, it demonstrates that genetic material from humans has been introduced into another organism, making the bacteria transgenic.
Which molecule from humans is inserted into bacteria to cause them to produce insulin?
The human gene that codes for insulin is inserted into bacteria to produce insulin. The gene is typically inserted into a plasmid vector, which allows the bacteria to express the human insulin gene and produce insulin. This technique is used in biotechnology to create recombinant bacteria that can produce insulin for medical use.
Scientist have inserted genes into rice plants that?
Scientist have inserted genes into rice plants to enhance traits such as resistance to pests, diseases, and environmental stresses, as well as to improve nutritional content and yield potential. These genetic modifications can help address food security challenges and improve the overall quality of rice crops for consumption.
Do all organisms have Hox genes?
No, not all organisms have Hox genes. Hox genes are specific to animals with bilateral symmetry and are involved in controlling the body plan and development along the anterior-posterior axis. Other types of organisms, such as plants, fungi, and bacteria, do not possess Hox genes.
How are bacteria used in genetic engineering?
In genetic engineering, bacteria is used in altering and replicating the genes that are subsequently introduced into animals or plants.
Are genes found only in animals?
No, genes are found in all living organisms, including animals, plants, bacteria, and fungi. Genes are units of heredity that contain instructions for building and maintaining an organism.
What is organic modifier?
GMOs are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered with DNA from bacteria, viruses or other plants and animals. These experimental combinations of genes do not occur in nature.
The fact that human genes inserted into bacteria produce proteins shows that shows that humans are trangenic organisms TRUE OR FALSE?
True. When human genes are inserted into bacteria and produce proteins, it demonstrates that genetic material from humans has been introduced into another organism, making the bacteria transgenic.
Two applications of transgenic organisms?
A transgenic organism has genes from other species inserted into its genome. Two of its applications are to improve yield in plants and for research purposes in animals.
Viruses frequently infect bacteria and insert new genes into the genetic material of the bacteria When these infected bacteria reproduce asexually which genes would most likely be passed on?
The genes that are inserted by the virus into the bacteria's genetic material would most likely be passed on during asexual reproduction. This can lead to the spread of the viral genes to the bacteria's offspring.
Scientists have successfully transformed bacteria with human genes Describe one current use of the technology in medicine?
Human genes can be inserted into a bacteria and produce large numbers of human proteins on an industrial state!!
How many methods exist for producing transgenic animals and what are they?
This will depend on the animal. These kinds of animals are ones that have foreign genes inserted into them.
What cells have more chromosomes and genes than bacteria do?
Eukaryotic cells, such as those found in plants, animals, and fungi, have more chromosomes and genes than bacteria. Eukaryotic cells typically have multiple linear chromosomes and a more complex genome organization compared to the single circular chromosome of bacteria.
Do animals have genetics?
Yes! All living creatures, including plants, animals (humans are animals), bacteria, fungi, and even viruses have genetics. Genes tell the chemicals around it how to make a living thing. That's why you can take genes from one animal, put it into an egg cell, and it will start growing.
Do plants have genes too?
Yes, all forms of life have DNA (genes) (some RNA, being bacteria).
Do animals and plants have DNA?
no animals and plant cells can not have the same genes.
