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Write any four ways the knowledge from HGP is of significance for humans.

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Four significances of Human Genome Project (HGP):

  1. Identification of genes related to diseases – Helps in locating and understanding genes responsible for genetic disorders like cystic fibrosis, cancer, diabetes, etc.

  2. Development of new diagnostics and therapies – Knowledge of DNA sequences enables early disease detection and design of gene therapy.

  3. DNA fingerprinting and forensic science – Used in paternity testing, criminal investigations, and identification of individuals.

  4. Understanding human evolution and ancestry – Helps in tracing evolutionary relationships and human migration patterns.

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