Biology for Engineers: Unit 1 Question Bank
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What inspired passive cooling in skyscrapers?

  • Termite mounds (correct)
  • Ant mounts
  • Spiro mounds
  • Ant movement
  • What was used as an inspiration for belt movement of military tanks?

  • The gene from Bacillus thuringiensis
  • Protein produced by Bacillus thuringiensis with insecticide property
  • Retinal prosthetic (correct)
  • Biofertilizers
  • Which organism's gene was used to develop genetically modified corn?

  • Bacillus cereus
  • Bacillus anthracis
  • Bacillus subtilis
  • Bacillus thuringiensis (correct)
  • What is the range of a nanoparticle's size?

    <p>1-1000 nm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biomimicry Inspirations

    • Termite mounds inspired passive cooling in skyscrapers due to their natural ventilation systems.

    Biological Inspirations for Technology

    • The movement of military tanks' belts was inspired by the movement of the caterpillar.

    Genetically Modified Organisms

    • The gene of the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis was used to develop genetically modified corn.

    Nanotechnology

    • The size range of a nanoparticle is typically between 1-100 nanometers.

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    Test your knowledge of biology concepts relevant to engineering with this question bank. Explore topics such as biomimicry, biological inspirations for engineering design, and the application of biological principles in engineering.

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