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

Combined science

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

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

What is the main goal of genetic engineering?

native species outcompeting GM organisms 

crops with an increased nutritional value being grown

GM genes being transferred to other organisms in the wild

crops that are resistant to pests being grown

What is a potential risk of genetically modified crops?

whether it is right to modify the genetic material of living organisms

What is one ethical consideration in genetic engineering?

What is one benefit of producing bacteria that can produce insulin?

using a restriction enzyme to isolate a desirable gene

using a ligase enzyme to insert the desirable gene into a vector

using a vector to insert the desirable gene into the target cells

selecting cells that have taken up the desirable gene

growing genetically modified organisms from selected cells

Put the main steps involved in genetic engineering in the correct order.

Which enzyme is used to join vector DNA and desirable gene DNA together at the 'sticky ends'?

What is the name of the molecule that contains the genetic code in all organisms ?

__________ are long, thread-like structures made of DNA and proteins, found in the nucleus of cells. 

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

What are the building blocks (monomers) for DNA?

Where is the DNA found in prokaryotic cells?

Genetic engineering, including the main steps

Lesson outcome

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