Why is the Human Genome project called a mega project?
Human genome project was considered to be a mega project because it had a specific goal to sequence every base pair present in the human genome. It took around 13 years for its completion and got accomplished in year 2003. It was a large scale project, which aimed at developing new technology and generating new information in the field of genomic studies. As a result of it, several new areas and avenues have opened up in the field of genetics, biotechnology, and medical sciences. It provided clues regarding the understanding of human biology.
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Yes it was completed in 2003 according to ncert
In 2003 it was completed in 2006 the sequence of chromosome 1 was completed may
Yes it was completed in 2003 in 2006 the sequence of chromosome 1 was completed in May 2006
started in 1990 and completed in 2003
yes, you are right Rudraksh, thanks for correcting us,we'll update this on an urgent basis.
It was completed in the year 2003 according to NCERT
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