Cloning 2.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? ScienceReproductionGCSEOCR Created by: Charlotte O'DwyerCreated on: 27-11-12 18:29 What is genetic engineering? It is a faster way of genetically modifying organisms. 1 of 5 How is genetic engineering done by using enzymes? Enzymes are used to cut DNA, to obtain a gene for a desired characteristic and to insert that gene into another organisms DNA. 2 of 5 How is human insulin made using genetic engineering? The human gene for making insulin is inserted into a bacterium. The bacteria makes insulin. 3 of 5 What are some examples of genetically modified crops? Golden rice- beta- carotene is obtained from daffodils, when humans eat the rice the beta- carotene turns into vitamin A 4 of 5 What is gene therapy? inserting a copy of a functioning gene into a persons cells to treat a genetic disorder. 5 of 5
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