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What is the core principle of biotechnology?
What is the core principle of biotechnology?
- Harnessing biological systems and organisms to perform specific tasks (correct)
- Creating new genetic makeup for organisms
- Developing new technologies for medical purposes
- Using chemical reactions to produce valuable substances
Who first used the term 'biotechnology' in 1919?
Who first used the term 'biotechnology' in 1919?
- Louis Pasteur
- Károly Ereky (correct)
- Alexander Fleming
- Gregor Mendel
What is the key technique used in biotechnology to modify genetic makeup?
What is the key technique used in biotechnology to modify genetic makeup?
- Genetic engineering (correct)
- Tissue culture
- Hybridization
- Fermentation
Which technique is used to grow cells and tissues in the lab for research and medical purposes?
Which technique is used to grow cells and tissues in the lab for research and medical purposes?
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What is one of the applications of biotechnology mentioned in the text?
What is one of the applications of biotechnology mentioned in the text?
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