The drug Humulin is a modified form of the human insulin protein that is used to treat diabetes
Describe the process that would allow a drug company to take the gene responsible for producing this protein and, using bacteria, produce large amounts of this human protein.
An insulin gene is isolated from a human pancreatic cell. This DNA is inserted into a bacterial plasmid, which is taken up by a bacterial cell. The cells are grown in volume, and the protein is collected.
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Which of the following generally makes skeletal muscle different from both smooth and cardiac muscle?
A) Skeletal muscles are made of cells called "fibers." B) Skeletal muscle cannot be contracted voluntarily. C) Skeletal muscle can be contracted voluntarily. D) Skeletal muscle cells have nuclei.
For example, the base sequences CUU, CUC, CUA, and CUG within the mRNA will all result in the amino acid leucine being placed within the ____________ molecule being built.
What will be an ideal response?
Bony fishes possess two features not found in other fish. Select the best choice from those listed below to complete the following sentence. Bony fishes have
A. swim bladders and movable jaws. B. swim bladders and a closed circulatory system. C. swim bladders and a complete digestive system. D. swim bladders and gill covers called opercula.
________ pairs up with troponin proteins to form a complex that blocks muscle contractions
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word