Top answers

Outline the process of gene therapy using a named example.

Gene therapy is defined as a set of strategies or procedures that uses Recombinant DNA technology to insert DNA into a patient in order to correct a genetic disease. The result is an altered genotype where t...
GT
Answered by Giulia T. • Biology tutor
2903 Views

What is a mutation and what are they caused by?

A mutation is a change in the base sequence of DNA. A mutation can be caused by a mistake during replication of DNA or by mutagenic agents. Mutagenic agents include chemicals that can act as bases or radiati...
NK
Answered by Nadine K. • Biology tutor
4824 Views

What is transcription?

Transcription is the process of making DNA into mRNA. DNA first has to be transcribed into messenger RNA (mRNA), this mRNA can then be translated into a protein (amino acids). DNA Polymerase (an enzyme) bind...
NK
Answered by Nadine K. • Biology tutor
7705 Views

What does homeostasis involve and how is this achieved? Explain.

For IB short answer questions, the command term is almost as important as the content of the subject itself. Here, "explain" highlights to you that an in depth answer with examples is required to g...
MD
3665 Views

What is the structure of DNA?

DNA is made up of two long chain backbones, bound together and forming a double helix shape. These backbones are made up of repeating units, each of which have the following structure: A pentose sugar with a...
NH
Answered by Natalie H. • Biology tutor
4864 Views