Cell Division
What name is given to the process of cell division?
Mitosis
Where are chromosomes found in the cell?
How many DNA bases are there?
4
What is the ethical concern with collecting embryonic stem cells?
it destroys the embryo
What is genetic engineering?
What cell organelle controls the process of cell division?
Nucleus
How many pairs of chromosomes are in the human body?
23 pairs
What is the twisted ladder shape of DNA called?
The double helix
Where can you find stem cells?
Embryos, skin, bone marrow
What is a small ring of bacterial DNA called?
How many daughter cells are produced during cell division?
Two
What are chromosomes made up of?
DNA (or genes)
What DNA base always pairs with Adenine (A) ?
Thymine (T)
How are stem cells different to normal cells?
They can change into any type of cell
What is used to cut open the plasmid during genetic engineering?
Enzymes
How many chromosomes are in each daughter cell after the human body cell divides?
46
What is a section of a chromosome made from DNA called?
Gene
What is the complementary DNA sequence to CAGT
GTCA
What is a use of stem cells?
testing new drugs, skin grafts, producing replacement organs, treating diseases
Why are bacteria useful in genetic engineering?
Their plasmids are easy to remove, alter and replace
If a bacteria doubles every 20 minutes, how many cells will there be after 60 minutes?
8 cells
What do genes encode?
Proteins
What is DNA stand for?
Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid
What is the difference between embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells?
embryonic stem cells can change into any cell
Which human protein is made by genetically engineered bacteria to treat diabetes?
Insulin