A genetics research group has determined the sequence of a rat gene thought to be involved in controlling the fertilising ability of rat sperm. They believe a similar gene may control fertility in humans. Describe how what is known about the rat gene can be applied in PCR to clone the complementary human gene. You should explain the experimental approach taken and how it could confirm that the human gene in question does indeed correspond to the rat gene.

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A genetics research group has determined the sequence of a rat gene thought to be involved in controlling the fertilising ability of rat sperm. They believe a similar gene may control fertility in humans. Describe how what is known about the rat gene can be applied in PCR to clone the complementary human gene. You should explain the experimental approach taken and how it could confirm that the human gene in question does indeed correspond to the rat gene.

 

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