A scientist wants to study the cytochrome c gene of a fruit fly. The DNA for the gene is extracted and subjected to several treatments. If a disease were identified as being caused by defects in the cytochrome c gene, then the copy isolated could be used for what? A. PCR B. gene therapy C. stem cell work D. DNA fingerprinting

A scientist wants to study the cytochrome c gene of a fruit fly. The DNA for the gene is extracted and subjected to several treatments. If a disease were identified as being caused by defects in the cytochrome c gene, then the copy isolated could be used for what? A. PCR B. gene therapy C. stem cell work D. DNA fingerprinting

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter13: An Introduction To Genetic Technology

Section: Chapter Questions

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