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Which of the following best describes bioinformatics?
Which of the following best describes bioinformatics?
- A field that integrates research in different biological fields
- A field that focuses on human science and ecological science
- A field that combines biology and computer science to collect and manipulate biological information (correct)
- A field that uses computer technology to discover new biological insights
Why was there a need for bioinformatics?
Why was there a need for bioinformatics?
- Scientists in different biological fields needed a tool to work together (correct)
- Scientists needed a way to manipulate biological information
- Scientists needed a way to integrate all their research findings
- Scientists needed readily available information for quick inventions
What is the main goal of bioinformatics?
What is the main goal of bioinformatics?
- To discover new biological insights (correct)
- To combine biology and computer science
- To collect and manipulate biological information
- To provide readily available information
What does bioinformatics require in terms of expertise?
What does bioinformatics require in terms of expertise?
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How does bioinformatics help scientists in their research?
How does bioinformatics help scientists in their research?
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