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Biotechnology Principles and Processes
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Recombinant DNA Technology
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Recombinant DNA is formed by combining vector DNA with foreign DNA using restriction enzymes and ligases.
Terms:
Vector DNA
DNA molecule used to carry foreign genetic material into another cell.
Foreign DNA
DNA from a different source that is inserted into the vector.
Recombinant DNA technology involves the insertion of a foreign DNA fragment into a vector to form recombinant DNA, which can then be introduced into a host organism for expression.
Common Use:
Used in genetic engineering to produce genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and in the production of insulin, growth hormones, and other therapeutic proteins.
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