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What is biotechnology?
Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that involves the integration of natural sciences and engineering sciences in order to achieve the application of organisms, cells, parts thereof and molecular analogues for products and services.
Who first used the term 'biotechnology' and in what context?
The term biotechnology was first used by Károly Ereky in 1919, to refer to the production of products from raw materials with the aid of living organisms.
What is the core principle of biotechnology?
The core principle of biotechnology involves harnessing biological systems and organisms, such as bacteria, yeast, and plants, to perform specific tasks or produce valuable substances.
What significant impact has biotechnology had on society?
Biotechnology had a significant impact on many areas of society, from medicine to agriculture to environmental science.
What is genetic engineering and how is it relevant to biotechnology?
Genetic engineering allows scientists to modify the genetic makeup of organisms to achieve desired outcomes, such as inserting genes from one organism into another, creating new traits or modifying existing ones.
Test your knowledge of biotechnology with this quiz! Explore the history, concepts, and applications of this multidisciplinary field, from its origins to modern uses of organisms, cells, and molecular analogues for various products and services.
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