Tools Of Recombinant DNA Technology
Chapter Name : Biotechnology: Principle And Processes |
Sub Topic Code : 103_12_11_02_01 |
Topic Name : Tools Of Recombinant DNA Technology |
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Sub Topic Name : Restriction Enzymes |
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Introduction
Biotechnology is the techniques of using live organisms or enzymes from organisms to produce products and processes useful to humans
Pre-Requisites:
DNA, DNA ligases
Activity:
We use various biotechnological products in our day today life such as Bt Brinjal, insulin etc. These products go through process which requires restriction enzymes.
Real Life Question:
What are restriction enzymes?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| DNA | Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a molecule encoding the genetic instructions used in the development and functioning of all known living organisms. |
| DNA ligases | Joins DNA strands |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Bt Brinjal | Better yielding capacity then the normal one. |
Real life uses :
Restriction enzymes cuts DNA and helps in the process of genetic engineering which helps to produce useful product for human beings.
Places to visit :
Visit your kitchen where several genetically modified vegetables can be seen.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Bt cotton | Cotton has several uses. |
What you learn in Theory:
Role of restriction enzymes.
What you learn in Practice:
Restriction enzymes act as a scissors that cuts DNA.