Biotechnology and its Applications encompasses the innovative use of biological systems, organisms, or derivatives to develop products and technologies that improve human life and the environment. This dynamic field integrates biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and information technology to address challenges in health care, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Topics within this category explore the latest advancements in genetic engineering, pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and agricultural biotechnology. As we delve into the diverse applications of biotechnology, we reveal its transformative potential in creating sustainable solutions and enhancing our understanding of biological processes.
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[q] What is biotechnology?
A) A method to improve agriculture
B) A method to create drugs
C) A method to alter living organisms
D) All of the above
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[a] All of the above [q] Which of the following is a common application of biotechnology in agriculture?
A) Genetic modification of crops
B) Traditional crossbreeding
C) Soil fertilization techniques
D) Crop rotation practices [a] Genetic modification of crops [q] What is the purpose of recombinant DNA technology?
A) To clone animals
B) To analyze genetic diseases
C) To produce proteins or enzymes
D) To sequence genomes [a] To produce proteins or enzymes [q] Which organism is commonly used in genetic engineering?
A) Mice
B) Bacteria
C) Plants
D) Fungi [a] Bacteria [q] What is the main goal of gene therapy?
A) Enhance athletic performance
B) Treat genetic disorders
C) Increase crop yield
D) Produce biofuels [a] {answer_51]} [q] What does CRISPR technology allow scientists to do?
A) Screen for genetic diseases
B) Edit DNA sequences
C) Clone entire organisms
D) Isolate stem cells [a] Edit DNA sequences [q] Which of the following is NOT a benefit of biotechnology?
A) Increased crop yield
B) Reduced environmental impact
C) Development of superbugs
D) Improved disease resistance [a] Development of superbugs [q] What is a major ethical concern related to biotechnology?
A) Artificial intelligence development
B) Food safety
C) Cloning humans
D) Environmental impact regulation [a] Cloning humans [q] What role do stem cells play in biotechnology?
A) They’re used for fuel production
B) They can differentiate into various cell types for therapy
C) They’re used for genetic testing
D) They’re used to create genetically modified plants [a] They can differentiate into various cell types for therapy [q] Which type of biotechnology focuses on the health and treatment aspects?
A) Red biotechnology
B) Green biotechnology
C) White biotechnology
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