Control of Expression Random Retrieval

Primers are short single stranded pieces of complementary sequenced DNA. Which ISN'T a reason to add specific primers added to the PCR reaction?

PCR is an example of what type of DNA amplification?

If we cut out a human gene using restriction enzymes and ligate it into a plasmid using ligase, then that plasmid is now 'Recombinant'. What do we call the process of putting the recombinant plasmid into bacteria?

Usually the cut out gene is inserted into a vector. Which of the following is a vector for use in genetic modification of bacteria?

What do we call it if the restriction enzyme cuts both strands of DNA in the same place?

What do we call enzymes that cut DNA at specific base sequences?

Acetylation is the addition of a C2H3O group which contains a double bonded oxygen. Where does acetylation occur?

What is an advantage of using iPS cells to treat degenerative disorders, instead of embryonic stem cells?

iPS cells can be made from adult somatic cells. What are somatic cells?

Cardiomyocytes are an example of what type of stem cell?

Which molecule does the SIRNA / protein complex (RISC) bind to?

What is the oestrogen receptor called when the oestrogen has bound?

Which of the following would NOT increase your exposure to oestrogen?

If hypomethylation (reduced methylation) happens to a proto-oncogenes gene, what effect will this have on the rate of mitosis ?

If hypomethylation ( reduced methylation) happens to a tumour suppressor gene what effect will this have on the rate of mitosis?

Which type of mutation will not cause a frameshift?

What is the position of gene on a chromosome called?

Which word does NOT describe the genetic code?

Which of the following is not coded for by a gene?

True or False: DNA polymerase requires double stranded DNA in order to initiate DNA replication