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Inheritance

Potential advantages and disadvantages of


Genetic Engineering

Shayan Khatri
XI-L
1. Describe the relationship between the DNA and Gene?
Ans)Genes are sections of DNA that contain the set of
instructions to produce one specific molecule in your body, usually
a protein. These proteins control how our body grows and works.

2. Explain the role of gene in controling and organization of


the living body.
Ans)Genes control the functions of DNA and RNA.Proteins are
the most important materials in the human body which not only
help by being the building blocks for muscles, connecting tissue
and skin but also takes care of the production of the
enzyme.These enzymes play an important role in conducting
various chemical processes and reactions within the body.
Therefore, protein synthesis is responsible for all activities carried
on by the body and are mainly controlled by the genes.Genes
consist of a particular set of instructions or specific functions. For
example, the globin gene was instructed to produce hemoglobin.
Hemoglobin is a protein that helps to carry oxygen in the blood.
3.List the steps involved in genetic modification in bacteria
for the production of Insulin hormone.
Ans)The process begins with the isolation of the human insulin
gene. This gene is responsible for the production of insulin, a
hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood. Once
the insulin gene is isolated, it is inserted into a plasmid using
enzymes that cut the DNA at specific sites, creating sticky ends.
These sticky ends allow the insulin gene to be inserted into the
plasmid DNA, forming a recombinant DNA molecule.This
recombinant plasmid is then introduced into the host organism.
This is often done using a process called transformation, where
the bacteria are made more permeable to DNA, allowing the
plasmid to enter. Once inside the bacteria, the plasmid replicates,
producing many copies of the insulin gene.The bacteria are then
allowed to grow and multiply in a controlled environment. As they
grow, they produce the insulin protein as part of their normal
metabolic processes. The insulin is then extracted, purified and
packaged for use in treating diabetes
4. Identify the importance of microorganism in genetic
engineering .
Ans)Microorganisms are essential in genetic engineering, serving
as versatile tools for gene manipulation and research. They play a
central role in gene cloning, recombinant DNA technology, and the
production of valuable substances like pharmaceuticals and
biofuels.

5. Research and describe the genetic modification in


named plants for the production of additional nutrients.
Ans)Bt corn, or Bacillus thuringiensis corn, is a genetically
modified maize variety designed to express a toxin from the
bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis. This modification imparts
resistance to specific insect pests, such as the European corn
borer and corn rootworm, reducing the need for chemical
insecticides and minimizing crop damage. Bt corn represents an
environmentally friendly approach to pest control in agriculture,
though it also raises considerations about potential ecological
impacts and the development of insect resistance.
6.Research and describe benefits and harms of genetic
engineering in the last 30 years of practice.
Over the past three decades, genetic engineering has yielded
substantial benefits, revolutionizing agriculture with crops
featuring enhanced traits like pest and disease resistance,
bolstering food security globally. Biofortified crops, exemplified by
Golden Rice, address nutritional deficiencies, showcasing the
potential of genetic modification to improve public health. In
medicine, genetic engineering has played a pivotal role, driving
advances such as gene therapy for genetic disorders and the
production of pharmaceuticals through genetically modified
organisms. Concurrently, concerns have emerged, encompassing
ethical considerations in human gene manipulation, potential
environmental impacts such as biodiversity reduction, and
unintended consequences like off-target effects and allergen
formation. Furthermore, the concentration of genetic technologies
in a few corporations has prompted worries about corporate
control and fair access. Striking a balance between harnessing
the benefits of genetic engineering and addressing these ethical,
environmental, and societal challenges is imperative for its
responsible and sustainable application in diverse fields.

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ant

https://www.tutorchase.com/answers/ib/biology/how-is-insulin-produced-through-genetic-enginee
ring

https://brainly.in/question/4403337

https://www.vedantu.com/neet/genetically-engineered-insulin

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