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Genetic engineering

The science of modifying and manipulating genes to create new artificial DNA or synthetic genes of different organisms. There are many purposes for genetic engineering, some of which include finding better treatment for diseases, or simply for discovering new organism of interest.

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Genetic engineering

Embryo

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

An immature organism in the early stages of development. In mammals, this occurs in the first months in the uterus. In plants, it is the structure that develops in the megagametophyte, as result of ...

Ascus

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Reproductive sac in the sexual stage of a type of fungi ( Ascomycetes ) in which ascospores are produced.

Morphology

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

1.The science of studying form and its development. 2. General: Shape, form, external structure or arrangement.

Lamella

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

A double-membrane structure, plate or vesicle that is formed by two membranes lying parallel to each other.

Ovum

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

1. A gamete of female animals, produced by the ovary. 2. The oosphere in plants.

Thallus

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Plant body without true roots, stems, or leaves.

Septate

Biotechnology; Genetic engineering

Divided by cross walls into cells or compartments.

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