Transcript DNA - University of Dayton

DNA
The Secrets it tells us about
Evolution!
Remember:
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Gene –
Chromosome –
1 molecule of DNA = 1 chromosome
What are the building blocks of DNA?
What are the building blocks of protein?
How do genes code for genetic traits?
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Answer:
1 gene  code for  one protein!
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Examples:
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Eye color
Hair color
Normal Blood clotting vs. hemophilia
We know how the code works!
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CCCGATATTACGCTTAGGTACCGTC
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Every 3 bases code for one amino acid!
(See board)
DNA & Evolution
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Chimpanzees and Humans share 98-99%
of their DNA!
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CCCGTCAGGCTAATACGAGCGGT
CCCGTCGGGCTAATACGAGCGGT
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DNA & Evolution
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Who can read the human genetic code?
The genetic code is UNIVERSAL!
Practical Implication:
Genetic engineering:
Bacteria are programmed with HUMAN
insulin gene to produce………….?