Question

When scientists take the genes of two different species and combine them, we call this _____.

Answer 1

If I'm not mistaken I believe it is called genetic modification.

Answer 2

Answer:

When scientists take the genes of two different species and combine them, we call this genetic engineering.

Explanation:

Genetic engineering is a collective term for the molecular techniques used to alter an organism's inheritance. The techniques range from inactivating a gene or introducing a small change in a gene (a single inheritance system) to transferring genes from one organism to another. A genetically modified organism is often referred to as a transgenic organism.

Genetic engineering is used for example in biotechnology and medicine. For example, insulin or human growth hormone is produced in bacteria and insect and / or herbicide resistant cereals are grown for commercial use.

Of course, in addition to genetic engineering being a technically difficult area, it also involves ethical aspects, especially in terms of human application and animal cloning.