Chapter 21

Biotechnology and Genetic Modification

Using microorganisms in industry and genetically modifying organisms — with an interactive exercise.

Biotechnology and Genetic Modification use living things and their genes in useful ways.

Microorganisms like yeast (in bread and brewing) and bacteria are used in industry. Genetic modification changes an organism's genes — for example, bacteria are modified to make human insulin.

Remember

  • Yeast and bacteria are used in biotechnology.
  • GM bacteria can make medicines like insulin.

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