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1.2 - CRISPR now used to precisely edit native genes without transgenes

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does CRISPR stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the structure of the name and what it implies about its function.

Question 2

Easy

What is a transgene?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the meaning of 'trans' in the word.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does CRISPR technology allow scientists to do?

  • Introduce foreign DNA
  • Edit existing genes
  • Eliminate all genes

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for what CRISPR actively modifies in the organism.

Question 2

True or False: CRISPR technology can only be used in plant genetic engineering.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the range of applications in agriculture.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Critically analyze why different regulatory frameworks are essential for CRISPR in agriculture and how they can affect its implementation.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the social implications of technology adoption.

Question 2

Propose a plan for a public information campaign to ease public concerns about CRISPR in agriculture. What key points would you include?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how best to present scientific concepts to non-scientists.

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