Question

Amniocentesis is a process in which amniotic fluid is taken from the mother's womb to identify any genetic abnormalities in the fetus. how would the discovery of the human genome contribute to this process?
a.the defective gene can be replaced with its normal counterpart.

b.the exact location of a particular disease-causing gene can be determined.

c.scientists will be able to detect new genes, causing other genetic disorders.

d.scientists can block the action of defective genes and arrest any genetic abnormalities.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is option B which is, " the exact location of a particular disease-causing gene can be determined".

Explanation:

• Premature genetic testing is the method to identify the different genetic anomalies in the baby before birth by testing the amniotic fluid.
• First, the fluid is taken and embryonic cells are separated from the fluid and then genome, DNA is separated.
• Then the genome of the baby is compared with the discovered human genome.
• The defected gene is then identified with its location in the genome.
• Hence in genetic testing discovered human genome is used to identify the location of the defected gene.

Answer 2

B)The exact location of a particular disease-causing gene can be determined.