Table of contents

1. Introduction to Genetics51m
2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance3h 37m
3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance2h 41m
4. Genetic Mapping and Linkage2h 28m
5. Genetics of Bacteria and Viruses1h 21m
6. Chromosomal Variation1h 48m
7. DNA and Chromosome Structure56m
8. DNA Replication1h 10m
9. Mitosis and Meiosis1h 34m
10. Transcription1h 0m
11. Translation58m
12. Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes1h 19m
13. Gene Regulation in Eukaryotes44m
14. Genetic Control of Development44m
15. Genomes and Genomics1h 50m
16. Transposable Elements47m
17. Mutation, Repair, and Recombination1h 6m
18. Molecular Genetic Tools19m
- Genetic Cloning
  9m
- Methods for Analyzing DNA
  9m
19. Cancer Genetics29m
- Overview of Cancer
  21m
- Cancer Mutations
  7m
20. Quantitative Genetics1h 26m
21. Population Genetics50m
- Hardy Weinberg
  19m
- Allelic Frequency Changes
  31m
22. Evolutionary Genetics29m

15. Genomes and Genomics

Sequencing the Genome

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15. Genomes and Genomics

Sequencing the Genome

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following sequence techniques requires the use of vectors?

Pyrosequencing

Traditional whole genome sequencing

Next generation whole genome sequencing

Sanger sequencing

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Understand the concept of sequencing techniques: Sequencing is the process of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule. Different techniques have been developed over time, each with its own methodology and applications.

Identify the role of vectors in sequencing: Vectors are DNA molecules used as a vehicle to artificially carry foreign genetic material into another cell, where it can be replicated and/or expressed. They are often used in cloning processes.

Examine traditional whole genome sequencing: This method often involves cloning DNA fragments into vectors, which are then introduced into host cells to be replicated. This allows for the amplification of DNA fragments, which can then be sequenced.

Compare with other sequencing techniques: Pyrosequencing and next-generation sequencing (NGS) methods typically do not require vectors. They use different technologies to sequence DNA directly, often in a massively parallel fashion, which is faster and does not rely on cloning.

Conclude with Sanger sequencing: Sanger sequencing, also known as the chain termination method, traditionally uses vectors to clone DNA fragments before sequencing. This method was widely used before the advent of NGS technologies.