Why Can't Scientists Just Inject the Desired Genes into an Animal

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why can't scientists just inject the desired genes into an animal or plant cell to transform it?

• A) Foreign DNA in a plant or animal cell would get digested so it could never function.
• B) The chromosomes in plants and animals are more complicated than those in bacteria.
• C) Bacteria have enzymes that make any DNA fragment functional.
• D) Viruses would get injected too and kill the cell.
• E) Cells are too small to inject anything into.
• "Life Application" From Teosinte to Maize

Identify and implement quality-control measures in project proposals.

Distinguish between various types of proposals and their appropriate contexts.

Demonstrate the capability of an organization to complete proposed work through appropriate documentation.

Recognize the essential components of a project proposal's program section.

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Definitions:

Invoice

a document issued by a seller to a buyer that specifies the products or services provided and the amount due for payment.

Credited

Recognized or accounted for, often referring to the addition of funds to an account.

Selling Price

The price at which a product or service is sold to the purchaser, often determined by the cost of production, market demand, and competition.

Cost

The amount of money required to purchase something or the expense associated with creating a product or service.