The discovery of DNA structure had major consequences for understanding and treating disease. It allowed scientists to determine the genetic basis of many diseases and develop new diagnostic tests and targeted therapies. Gene sequencing can now reveal disease-causing mutations and predispositions, aiding early detection and personalized treatment approaches. Understanding DNA also enabled the development of life-saving gene therapies and advanced cell therapies.
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Medicine Consequences B
1. Consequences B
Describe the impact of the discovery of the structure of DNA to our
understanding of the treatment of disease. (9)
Level 1 Simple statements about the discovery of DNA– some historical knowledge included.
1-3 marks
9 marks
Level 2 Description of the discovery of DNA but implicit focus on the consequences- it
doesn’t really describe what the consequences of either event were.
4-6 marks
Level 3 Explains a range of consequences of the discovery of DNA. Explicit focus on the
question. Consequences grouped logically.
7-9 marks
Remember, for a L3 answer you need to create high quality explanatory paragraphs. These contain:
A clear opening sentence which answers the question directly
Precise examples to show a thorough knowledge of the historical period
A meaty explanation which really gets to the heart of the question
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