Unit 6 Reflection

In Unit 6, we learned about the pros and cons of biotechnology, and its influence upon the past and present world. We learned about Recombinant DNA, Gel Electrophoresis, and many more techniques in biotechnology. One such thing was how influential it was in normal life. It reminds me of the many exciting things we produced in the labs during this unit. With each technique, it opens up a new variety of possiblities that we can do. From making glowing bacteria, to separating DNA from candy, we can do a lot of things with each technique. Some labs that demonstrate this are included in the following links.

During my time in this unit, I learned quite a lot about each technique, and its principles, as well as its history and effects in the present. Each one has its own flaws and bonuses that benefit people, but the only thing that troubles me is the number of techniques and what it benefits, like medical or food production. The procedures and what it does are easy for me, but remembering the many other minor and major techniques are way beyond me.

I hope others would learn from my mistakes that I may have caused in the past, and build from it, rather than leaving it in a mess like I do. Study well and don't get stuck on one thing, try help from others or search up a reference. Good luck, and always have fun in Biology.

Candy Electrophoresis Lab
Recombinant D




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