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Who coined the term 'Biotechnology'?
Who coined the term 'Biotechnology'?
- Robert Koch
- Karl Ereky (correct)
- Gregor Mendel
- Louis Pasteur
What is the definition of biotechnology according to the European Federation of Biotechnology (EFB)?
What is the definition of biotechnology according to the European Federation of Biotechnology (EFB)?
- The manipulation of genes in organisms
- The study of living organisms and their interactions with the environment
- The integration of natural science and organisms, cells, parts thereof and molecular analogues for products and services (correct)
- The use of technology in biological research
What is the technique used to alter the chemistry of genetic material and change the phenotype of the host organism?
What is the technique used to alter the chemistry of genetic material and change the phenotype of the host organism?
- Crossbreeding
- Genetic engineering (correct)
- Selective breeding
- Cloning
What is essential for the manufacture of biotechnological products like antibiotics, vaccines, and enzymes?
What is essential for the manufacture of biotechnological products like antibiotics, vaccines, and enzymes?
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According to the principles of biotechnology, what is the main focus of biotechnological processes?
According to the principles of biotechnology, what is the main focus of biotechnological processes?
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