At present, scientists can determine the arrangement or relative positions of genes or DNA sequences on a chromosome. How does this knowledge benefit us? 1) It is possible to know the pedigree of livestock. 2) It is possible to understand the causes of all human diseases. 3) It is possible to develop disease-resistant animal breeds. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct Answer: 1, 2 and 3. Human Genome Project, an international scientific research project involves in finding the sequence of chemical base pairs for human DNA which further mapped genes of human genome from physical and functional point. The project through its sequencing of DNA helps in understanding not only genetic diseases but also studies about many genes and genome sequence for fighting against such diseases.

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