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Bioremediation |
the use of living organisms to remove toxins from the environment |
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Genomics |
the comparison of genomes from different species identifies species relatedness and gene similarities |
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How can DNA be used to uniquely identify individuals? Genetic fingerprinting |
a test to identify and evaluate the genetic information in a person's cells |
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How can DNA be used to uniquely identify individuals? Using electrical current to separate parts of DNA |
Electrophoresis A way to separate DNA fragments based on their length DNA sample is loaded into a gel matrix and an electrical current is applied. Smaller fragments travel through the gel faster. Creates a banding pattern of fragments |
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Recombinant DNA |
* The new DNA is the recombinant DNA
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How can recombinant DNA help another organism? |
Recombinant DNA technology can be used to administer gene therapy. Gene therapy involves manipulating genes in order to cure or treat a genetic disease. |
