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.
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.
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.