Learn about the comparison between Gene Technology and Traditional Breeding. Comparison # Gene Technology: 1. Gene technology is not involved in sexual process for gene transfer 2. Direct single gene transfer is possible in gene technology 3. In gene technology gene transfer between unrelated organisms possible 4. Transgene is involved in gene technology 5. Very high technical skill is required [...]
The following points highlight the top six uses of genetic engineering in different fields. The uses are: 1. Protection of Crop Plants Against Insects by BT-Toxins 2. Protection of Plants Against Viruses 3. Herbicide-Resistant Plants 4. Improvement of Yield and Quality of Crops 5. Protection against Environmental Stress 6. Increased N2 Utilization. Genetic Engineering: Use # 1. Protection of Crop Plants [...]
The following points highlight the nine major tools in gene technology. The tools are: 1. Restriction Enzymes 2. DNA Ligase 3. DNA polymerase 4. RNA polymerase 5. Nucleases 6. Reverse Transcriptase 7. Molecular Cloning Vectors 8. Purification of DNA from Living Cells 9. Isolation of DNA from Plant Material. Gene Technology: Tool # 1. Restriction Enzymes: Restriction endonucleases are found [...]