Practice Insulin production - 2.4.1.1 | Chapter 2: Genetic Engineering | ICSE Class 12 Biotechnology
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Question 1

Easy

What is the first step in insulin production using genetic engineering?

💡 Hint: Think about how we get the insulin gene from human DNA.

Question 2

Easy

What purpose does the vector serve in this process?

💡 Hint: What do we call the tool that helps in the transformation?

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Question 1

Which enzyme is used to cut DNA for gene isolation?

  • DNA Ligase
  • Restriction Enzyme
  • Polymerase

💡 Hint: Think about the tools used in genetic engineering.

Question 2

True or False: The plasmid used in insulin production helps to carry the insulin gene into the bacterial cell.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall what the role of a plasmid is in this process.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate the advantages and challenges of using genetically engineered bacteria for insulin production compared to traditional methods of obtaining insulin.

💡 Hint: Consider both sides and think about how people's views on GMOs might affect usage.

Question 2

Design a simple experiment to demonstrate the effectiveness of antibiotic resistance markers in selecting transformed bacteria.

💡 Hint: Outline all steps starting from gene isolation to transformation.

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