Genetic Technology

2. DNA fragments that are smaller will move ______ through the gel
4. a small, circular piece of DNA found in bacteria
6. this technique treats disease by giving normal copies of important genes to people who have "disease" copies
8. the organism often used in genetic engineering because it multiplies quickly
12. the process of bacterial __________ inserts human genes into bacterial cells
13. the manipulation of DNA for the benefit of mankind
15. the protein hormone that is created for diabetics using genetic engineering
16. this type of enzymes are used to cut DNA at known sequences, such as GAATTC

1. this is what organisms are called when they contain DNA from another organism
3. gel electrophoresis separates DNA fragments by ______.
5. every living things has a unique one
7. this procedure is used to compare two or more sequences of DNA by using electric current
9. this type of charge is added to the opposite end of the gel chamber because of DNA's negative charge
10. this worldwide collaboration determined the sequence of the entire human genome in 2003.
11. this disorder has been treated very successfully by gene therapy
14. this acronym is most commonly used to refer to genetically modified organisms in agriculture