DNA Technology Has Many Medical Applications

question 41

Multiple Choice

DNA technology has many medical applications. Which of the following is not done routinely at present?

• A)production of hormones for treating diabetes and dwarfism
• B)production of microbes that can metabolize toxins
• C)introduction of genetically engineered genes into human gametes
• D)prenatal identification of genetic disease alleles

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Definitions:

Unilateral Promise

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Consideration

Something of value that is exchanged between parties in a contract, which is necessary for the agreement to be legally binding.

Performance

The action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function.

Oral Contract

An agreement made through spoken words rather than written, which can be legally binding under certain conditions.