Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305251052
Author: Michael Cummings
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 15, Problem 7QP
Which of the following is NOT an activity carried out in the field of bioinformatics?
- a. collecting and storing DNA sequence information produced by various genome sequencing projects
- b. analyzing genome sequences to determine the location of genes
- c. determining the three-dimensional structure of proteins
- d. comparing genomes of different species
- e. none of these
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a. assist genomics and proteomics.
b. compare our genome to that of a monkey.
c. depend on computer technology.
d. match up genes with proteins.
e. All of these are correct.
Sequencing a genome and identifying individual genes are processes typically carried out -
A. via manual transcription by a team of genetic scientists.
B. by computers using high-throughput methods.
C. by hand with a team of information scientists.
D. using experimental processes.
Cite a mathematical model that is used in Biotechnology or Agriculture. And explain these:
a. How is the model used in the chosen field?
b. What is the purpose of formulating such a model?
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Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)
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