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What is the first step in the methodology for rDNA technology?
What is the first step in the methodology for rDNA technology?
- Transfer of rDNA into a suitable host organism
- Insertion of desired foreign gene into a cloning vector
- Expression of the gene to obtain the desired product
- Isolation of DNA (gene) from the donor organism (correct)
Which of the following is not an application of Biotechnology?
Which of the following is not an application of Biotechnology?
- GMO – Plants as factory
- Gene therapy
- Effect of BT on the environment – Herbicide use /Untargeted species (correct)
- Healthcare BT – insulin, vaccine
What is the main focus of bioethics in the context of biotechnology?
What is the main focus of bioethics in the context of biotechnology?
- Ethical and moral implications of biotechnological advancements (correct)
- Herbicide use /Untargeted species
- Effect of BT on human health
- Biopatent & Biopiracy
Which instrument is NOT part of the principles & processes of biotechnology?
Which instrument is NOT part of the principles & processes of biotechnology?
In biotechnology, what does GMO stand for?
In biotechnology, what does GMO stand for?
What is the purpose of biopatent and biopiracy in biotechnology?
What is the purpose of biopatent and biopiracy in biotechnology?
Who coined the term 'biotechnology' in 1919?
Who coined the term 'biotechnology' in 1919?
What is the definition of biotechnology according to OECD (Organization of Economics Council for Development)?
What is the definition of biotechnology according to OECD (Organization of Economics Council for Development)?
Which branch of biotechnology is associated with other fields such as microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, and industrial biology?
Which branch of biotechnology is associated with other fields such as microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, and industrial biology?
What is the principle of genetic engineering based on?
What is the principle of genetic engineering based on?
What is another name for genetic engineering?
What is another name for genetic engineering?
What is the main key for isolating macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins?
What is the main key for isolating macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins?
Which technique is used for invitro amplification of DNA or RNA?
Which technique is used for invitro amplification of DNA or RNA?
Who discovered the PCR technique in 1985?
Who discovered the PCR technique in 1985?
Study Notes
rDNA Technology
- The first step in the methodology for rDNA technology is not specified.
Applications of Biotechnology
- One of the applications that is not part of biotechnology is not specified.
Bioethics
- The main focus of bioethics in the context of biotechnology is not specified.
Instruments of Biotechnology
- The instrument that is NOT part of the principles and processes of biotechnology is not specified.
GMO
- GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism.
Biopatent and Biopiracy
- The purpose of biopatent and biopiracy in biotechnology is to protect and regulate the use of biological resources.
History of Biotechnology
- The term 'biotechnology' was coined by Karl Ereky in 1919.
Definition of Biotechnology
- According to OECD (Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development), biotechnology is the application of scientific and engineering principles to the processing of materials by biological agents.
Branches of Biotechnology
- Industrial biotechnology is associated with other fields such as microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, and industrial biology.
Genetic Engineering
- The principle of genetic engineering is based on the manipulation of genetic material to produce desired traits or characteristics.
- Genetic engineering is also referred to as recombinant DNA technology.
Isolation of Macromolecules
- The main key for isolating macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins is not specified.
DNA Amplification
- The technique used for invitro amplification of DNA or RNA is PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction).
- Kary Mullis discovered the PCR technique in 1985.
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Test your understanding of Chapter 12 concepts in Biotechnology with this concept map quiz. Explore topics such as the introduction to biotechnology, principles, processes, and methodology for rDNA technology. Practice identifying different instruments, biological tools, and steps involved in rDNA technology.
