Chapter 15: Genetic Engineering
Big Idea: Science as a way of Knowing
How and why do scientists manipulate DNA in living cells?
Chapter 15.1 Selective Breeding
How do humans take advantage of naturally occurring variation among organisms?
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Explain the purpose of selective breeding
Explain how people increase genetic variation
Chapter 15.2 Recombinant DNA
How do scientists study and work with specific genes?
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Explain how scientists manipulate DNA
Describe the importance of recombinant DNA
Define transgenic and describe the usefulness of some transgenic organisms to humans
Chapter 15.3 Applications of Genetic Engineering
How do humans use genetic engineering?
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Describe the benefits of genetic engineering as they relate to agriculture and industry
Explain how recombinant DNA technology can improve human health
Summarize the process of DNA fingerprinting and explain its uses
Chapter 15.4 Ethics and Impacts of Biotechnology
What are some of the ethical issues raised by genetic engineering?
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Describe some of the issues that relate to biotechnology
Identify some of the pros and cons of genetically modified food.
Describe some of the ethical issues relating to biotechnology