Practice Site-Directed Mutagenesis - 4.2 | Advanced Molecular Biology Techniques in Genetic Engineering | Genetic Engineering Advance
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is site-directed mutagenesis used for?

💡 Hint: Think of its role in studying genes.

Question 2

Easy

What does OEP stand for in site-directed mutagenesis?

💡 Hint: It refers to a technique for creating mutations.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does Site-Directed Mutagenesis specifically allow scientists to do?

  • A. Cut DNA randomly
  • B. Introduce specific mutations
  • C. Amplify DNA without mutation

💡 Hint: Think about the purpose and goal of this technique.

Question 2

True or False: Overlap Extension PCR is used to introduce mutations in DNA.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the methods discussed for SDM.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design an experiment using Site-Directed Mutagenesis to study the role of a specific amino acid in a protein that interacts with a receptor. Include all materials needed and expected outcomes.

💡 Hint: Consider what controls and replicates you need for validity.

Question 2

Evaluate a case where a mutation can lead to a genetic disorder. How would SDM be utilized to understand this condition better?

💡 Hint: Link the mutation to a specific function affected.

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