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Biotechnology
Biotechnology Vocab
Term | Definition |
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Polymerase Chain Reaction | Process that copies DNA. |
Genetic Engineering | The process of making changes to the genetic code of living organisms. |
Clone | Genetically identical organisms. |
Restriction Enzyme | Used to cut DNA. |
Plasmid | Small circular DNA found in bacteria. |
Inbreeding | Breeding very similar individuals together. |
Hybridization | Breeding dissimilar individuals together. |
Gel Electrophoresis | Separates DNA fragments. |
Recombinant DNA | DNA produced by combining DNA from different organisms. |
Transgenic Organism | Organism that contains genes from another organism. |