What led to the discovery of DNA?
The discovery of nucleic acid.
What does a DNA molecule look like?
Double helix: two long spirals connected together, forming a twisted ladder.
What four letters make up the “language of life”? In what way can they be described as a language?
C, G, A, & T.
What do the four letters in the “language of life” (C, G, A, & T) stand for?
Cytosine, Guanine, Adenine, Thymine.
“Genetic engineering is an exciting field of science.” Is this statement a fact or an opinion? Do you agree or disagree?
Opinion.
Discuss two examples of genetic engineering.
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What is gene splicing?
Gene splicing is a process that involves joining a DNA segment from one source to a DNA segment from another source using recombinant DNA technology.
Is a clone completely identical in every way to its parent?
Its DNA is identical, though other variations are to be expected.
How can genetically engineered crops be beneficial to us? How could they be detrimental?
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What would be the benefits of being able to produce more crops without using more land?
Increased productivity, lowered food prices, more self-sufficiency, combating world hunger, etc.
