Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Biotechnology and genetic modification

Biotechnology and genetic modification — practice question

Insulin is now manufactured by genetically modified bacteria. In the past, diabetics were supplied with insulin taken from the pancreas of animals. Why is insulin produced by bacteria considered the more ethical option?

  • Ainsulin is produced from bacterial DNA
  • Bit is accepted by vegetarians
  • Cplasmids are involved
  • Dthe genetic code is shared

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