a section of DNA carrying the genetic code that provides the instructions for a feature or process

the process of introducing a gene from one organism into the genome of another organism

the chance that an outcome (usually a negative one) will occur

a question about whether something is right or wrong

a plasmid or virus used to introduce a gene from one organism into the genome of another organism

Genetic engineering, including the main steps

Biology

Genetic testing for healthcare

Genetic testing for family planning

Pupils learned about the roles of hormones in controlling plant growth and development, including growth responses to stimuli including light and gravity.

This unit covers the human genome's importance and genetic engineering, outlining steps, benefits, and risks. It explores gene technology in agriculture and medicine, focusing on ethical considerations, and societal impacts, and evaluating scientific limitations and risks.

Gene technology

different version of a gene, which can produce a different characteristic in the organism’s phenotype

processes that look for the presence of particular alleles in the DNA of an organism’s genome

the process of reading the sequence of nucleotide bases (A, T, C and G) in the DNA of the genome

healthcare tailored to a person’s individual risk of ill health

a person with one copy of a recessive allele (they won’t show the characteristic but can pass the allele to their offspring)

the likelihood that something will happen, which can be calculated as a decimal number between 0 and 1

Gene technology

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These lessons were made for home learning during the pandemic.