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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is de novo gene synthesis?
💡 Hint: Think about how scientists can build DNA instead of extracting it.
Question 2
Easy
Give one application of de novo gene synthesis.
💡 Hint: Consider fields that innovate genetic technologies.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Question 1
What does de novo gene synthesis allow scientists to do?
- Amplify existing DNA
- Create custom DNA sequences
- Isolate specific genes
💡 Hint: Think about the meaning of 'de novo'.
Question 2
True or False: Overlap extension PCR is a technique used to introduce mutations into DNA sequences.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Recall the main purpose of this technique.
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Challenge Problems
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Question 1
Design a gene using de novo gene synthesis for a specific application in agriculture. Discuss the implications of its use.
💡 Hint: Think about environmental factors in agriculture.
Question 2
Propose a set of criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of a de novo synthesized gene in a therapeutic context.
💡 Hint: Focus on what determines success in gene therapy.
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