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What is the main focus of agricultural biotechnology?
What is the main focus of agricultural biotechnology?
- Creating new vaccines for livestock
- Developing new antibiotics
- Modifying human genes for specific traits
- Improving plants, animals, and microorganisms (correct)
How do scientists use molecular markers in agricultural biotechnology?
How do scientists use molecular markers in agricultural biotechnology?
- To detect genes that are precise and specific (correct)
- To alter the genes of an organism
- For the production of antibiotics
- To create new livestock breeds
What is genetic engineering (GE) in the context of agricultural biotechnology?
What is genetic engineering (GE) in the context of agricultural biotechnology?
- Creating new vaccines for livestock
- Using molecular markers to detect diseases
- Developing techniques to improve plant growth
- Altering genes by moving them between organisms (correct)
How does agricultural biotechnology contribute to crop and livestock improvements?
How does agricultural biotechnology contribute to crop and livestock improvements?
Which aspect of biotechnology focuses on the application of scientific techniques to modify plants, animals, and microorganisms?
Which aspect of biotechnology focuses on the application of scientific techniques to modify plants, animals, and microorganisms?
What is the primary purpose of biotechnology vaccines used in agriculture?
What is the primary purpose of biotechnology vaccines used in agriculture?
When did the story of the use of biological systems for human needs likely begin?
When did the story of the use of biological systems for human needs likely begin?
Which of the following is NOT included in traditional biotechnology as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT included in traditional biotechnology as mentioned in the text?
What is one of the benefits of agricultural biotechnology mentioned in the text?
What is one of the benefits of agricultural biotechnology mentioned in the text?
Which event marks the beginning of agriculture according to the timeline provided?
Which event marks the beginning of agriculture according to the timeline provided?
What is a risk associated with agricultural biotechnology mentioned in the text?
What is a risk associated with agricultural biotechnology mentioned in the text?
Which technique is considered part of modern biotechnology?
Which technique is considered part of modern biotechnology?
