Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Principles of genetic technology

Principles of genetic technology — practice question

Scientists employ a variety of methods in genetic engineering.
(a)[3]

If the gene needed for genetic engineering cannot be taken from the donor organism, it is instead made synthetically by using one of two methods. Outline the two methods for synthesising a gene for use in genetic engineering.

(b)[3]

DNA ligase and DNA polymerase are two enzymes used in genetic engineering. Complete Table 8.1 to show the functions of DNA ligase and DNA polymerase in genetic engineering. Use a tick ($\checkmark$) if the enzyme carries out the function, or a cross ($\times$) if it does not.

(c)[3]

The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is used to produce many copies of a gene. A PCR cycle uses three temperatures. State the three temperatures used, and describe what occurs at each temperature during a PCR cycle.

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