Practice Tool Function - 5.1 | Tools and Techniques in Genetic Engineering | Genetic Engineering Basic
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

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What is the role of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about their function in DNA manipulation.

Question 2

Easy

What does DNA ligase do?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens after DNA is cut.

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Question 1

What do restriction enzymes do?

  • Cut DNA at specific sequences
  • Join DNA fragments
  • Amplify DNA
  • Separate DNA by size

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the scissors analogy we discussed.

Question 2

True or False: DNA ligase is responsible for cutting DNA.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the functions of ligase versus restriction enzymes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a DNA segment that you need to clone into a plasmid. Describe the steps you will take using restriction enzymes and ligase. Include how you would visualize the success of your cloning attempt.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the enzymes’ functions and the process of DNA manipulation.

Question 2

Imagine you are developing a new PCR protocol. Discuss how you would ensure specificity and efficiency during the PCR process.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the PCR steps and their thermal conditions.

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