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What is Agrobacterium used for in genetic engineering?
Think about the natural capabilities of the bacterium.
What is the function of a gene gun?
Imagine a device that injects DNA directly into plant cells.
What method uses Agrobacterium to facilitate gene transfer?
Recall the specific role of *Agrobacterium*.
True or False: Gene gun technology is primarily used for dicot plants.
Consider the plant types suited for this method.
Design a genetically modified crop using all three methods of gene transfer. What traits would you select and what challenges might arise?
Consider the optimal traits for that crop and possible consequences or issues.
Evaluate the environmental impacts of widespread use of gene gun methods in agriculture. What are potential consequences?
Think about the balance between technology benefits and ecological conservation.
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