 | Learning Outcomes
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- Describe the structure of DNA including how its structure allows it to be the genetic material.
- Explain what is meant by complementary base pairing.
- Understand how DNA replicates.
- Describe the structure of RNA and how it differs from DNA.
- List the three types of RNA found in cells and their various functions.
- Review the structure and function of proteins.
- Describe the process of transcription and translation as components of gene expression.
- Understand the nature of the genetic code.
- Understand how mRNA is processed.
- Review gene expression.
- Understand how the cell regulates gene expression.
- Describe activated chromatin and transcription factors and their role in gene expression.
- Define the term genomics and understand how the human genome was sequenced.
- Describe the advantages of functional genomics, genome comparison, proteomics, and bioinformatics.
- Describe both ex vivo and in vivo gene therapy.
- Describe the steps involved in the cloning of a gene.
- Describe the technique of PCR and its applications.
- List and give examples of biotechnology products.
- Discuss the importance of transgenic plants, bacteria, and animals.
- Understand and use the bold-faced and italicized terms included in this chapter.
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