Genetic Engineering Fundamentals
A Grade 9 science worksheet on genetic engineering, covering basic concepts, techniques, and ethical considerations.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Show all your work where applicable.
1. What is the primary molecule that carries genetic information in living organisms?
Protein
Lipid
DNA
Carbohydrate
2. Which of the following is a common technique used in genetic engineering to introduce new DNA into an organism?
Photosynthesis
Gene splicing
Respiration
Osmosis
3. Genetic engineering involves modifying an organism's material.
4. A is a small, circular piece of DNA often used as a vector in genetic engineering.
5. Genetic engineering can be used to create organisms with improved traits.
True
False
6. All genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are harmful to human health.
True
False
7. Briefly explain what genetic engineering is in your own words.
8. Observe the diagram of DNA below and answer the following questions:
a) What shape does the DNA molecule form?
b) What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?
9. Discuss at least two potential benefits and two potential ethical concerns associated with genetic engineering.