A3.1.11—Whole genome sequencing

Whole genome sequencing determines complete DNA information and supports gene discovery, evolutionary comparison, conservation, medicine, pathogen research, and biotechnology applications.

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Concept essentials

Whole genome sequencing produces complete DNA sequence information for an organism.
Bioinformatics uses computational tools to analyse genome sequence data.
Open reading frames can help identify possible genes in DNA sequences.
Genome sequencing can support evolution, conservation, medicine, and pathogen research.

ConceptIB Biology SL