Directly manipulating an organism’s genome using biotechnology Genetic Engineering Directly manipulating an organism’s genome using biotechnology

Recombinant DNA  DNA that has been created artificially. DNA from two or more sources is incorporated into a single recombinant molecule.

Restriction Enzymes Molecule that cuts DNA at a specific place.

Plasmid  is a small DNA molecule that is physically separate from, and can replicate independently of, chromosomal DNA within a cell. 

Plasmids Plasmids used in genetic engineering are called vectors. a vector is a DNA molecule used as a vehicle to artificially carry foreign genetic material into another cell, where it can be replicated and/or expressed. 

Cloning Clones are organisms that are exact genetic copies Cloning uses Vectors to carry DNA into another cell

Selective Breeding Allowing animals with desired characteristics to produce next generation animals

GMOs Genetically Modified Organisms Animals or plants that have been genetically changed for a specific purpose

Pasteurization Process of rapidly heating food to kill any harmful bacteria or viruses

Hybrid Animals Brangus Beef

Disease Resistant Plants Plants that have been bred to resist harmful diseases

Pros and Cons of genetic engineering?