What Is the Ultimate Goal of the Human Genome Project

question 30

Multiple Choice

What is the ultimate goal of the Human Genome Project?

• A)to understand all of the proteins generated in a cell
• B)to map all the genes in the genome so they can be edited with CRISPR- cas
• C)to better understand the genes and regulatory elements of the genome
• D)to rid the human population of genetic disease

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Definitions:

Jaundice

A condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes, often due to liver dysfunction.

Hepatomegaly

An abnormal enlargement of the liver, which can indicate liver disease or heart failure.

Pyloric Stenosis

A condition in infants where the passage from the stomach to the intestine is narrowed, leading to vomiting and difficulty feeding.

Hypertrophy

An increase in the size of an organ or tissue through the enlargement of its cells, often in response to stress or increased demand.