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Recombinant bacteria can produce hormones that are normally produced in humans. Briefly describe how this is accomplished.

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Recombinant DNA is a technique developed by scientists that allows a human gene to be inserted into the genetic material of a common bacterium.

The protein encoded by the human gene could now be produced by this "recombinant" micro-organism.

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