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Biotechnology MS-LS4-5

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artificial selection

the selective breeding of organisms to produce offspring with specific traits
artificial selection Simple Definition

biotechnology

the use of living things to manufacture products
biotechnology Simple Definition

genetic engineering

the process of changing the DNA of an organism
genetic engineering Simple Definition

genotype

the entire genetic make up of an organism
genotype Simple Definition

natural selection

the individuals best suited to survive in an environment
natural selection Simple Definition

phenotype

the observable characteristics of an organism
phenotype Simple Definition

selective breeding

the breeding of plants or animals to produce desired traits
selective breeding Simple Definition

trait

any characteristic of an organism
trait Simple Definition

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