Question

What can a genome tell us?

Answer 1

Genome:

1. A complete set of genetic information of any organism is known as the genome of that organism.
2. Genome carries all the instructions for creating and maintaining life.
3. Nuclear and mitochondrial DNA is the composition of the human genome.
4. Genomes of viruses consist of RNA as genetic material.

Applications of the genome:

1. DNA and transgenes help in creating oral plant vaccines which stimulate immunity.
2. Genome sequencing is used for analyzing various factors in the conservation of species.