2. Genomics involves the study of genes, gene functions, and entire genomes. Why do we study genomics? Genomics is the study of genomes. can include the sequencing of the genome comparisons of genomes within and across species
7. DMD N Genetic screening can detect genetic disorders. Genetic screening involves the testing of DNA. determines risk of havingor passing on a geneticdisorder used to detect specificgenes or proteins can detect some genesrelated to an increasedrisk of cancer can detect some genesknown to cause geneticdisorders Would finding genes known to cause genetic disorders determine if you would get a disease?
8. Think About It… Would you be in favor of mandatory screening of all newborns? Do you think certain rules or laws would need to be in place first?
9. Gene therapy is the replacement of faulty genes. Gene therapy replaces defective or missing genes, or adds new genes, to treat a disease.
17. Why is DNA fingerprinting able to identify people? A. The number of repeats in each location varies from person to person. B. The base sequence in each location varies from person to person. C. Every person has different genes. D. Every person has a unique restriction enzyme, which is analyzed in fingerprinting. Correct Answer = A What is the purpose of genetic screening? A. to treat a person who has a genetic disorder B. to find the right type of medication to cure a disorder C. to replace mutated genes D. to test DNA for the risk of having a genetic disorder
18. Why is DNA fingerprinting able to identify people? A. The number of repeats in each location varies from person to person. B. The base sequence in each location varies from person to person. C. Every person has different genes. D. Every person has a unique restriction enzyme, which is analyzed in fingerprinting. Correct Answer = A What is the purpose of genetic screening? A. to treat a person who has a genetic disorder B. to find the right type of medication to cure a disorder C. to replace mutated genes D. to test DNA for the risk of having a genetic disorder Correct Answer = D