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What is the primary purpose of biosensors?

To monitor environmental conditions
To diagnose medical conditions (correct)
To control industrial processes
To analyze food quality

Which of the following best describes biosensors?

Devices used to detect and measure biological substances (correct)
Devices used to detect and measure physical substances
Devices used to detect and measure electrical substances
Devices used to detect and measure chemical substances

Which of the following is a common application of biosensors?

Monitoring heart rate (correct)
Detecting air pollution levels
Measuring water acidity
Analyzing soil composition

What is recombinant DNA technology and how does it work?

Recombinant DNA technology is a technique used to join together DNA molecules from different sources. It involves cutting the DNA with restriction enzymes, combining it with a vector (such as a plasmid), and then introducing the recombinant DNA into a host organism. Signup and view all the answers

What are some applications of recombinant DNA technology?

Recombinant DNA technology has numerous applications in various fields. It is used in the production of pharmaceuticals, such as insulin and growth hormones. It is also used in agriculture for genetically modified crops, and in research for studying gene function and disease mechanisms. Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential ethical concerns associated with recombinant DNA technology?

Recombinant DNA technology raises ethical concerns regarding the release of genetically modified organisms into the environment, the potential for creating harmful or invasive species, and the ownership and control of genetic information. Signup and view all the answers

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