6 Questions
What is the term used to describe the use of living organisms or their derivatives to make or modify useful products or processes?
Biotechnology
What is the focus of medical microbiology?
Study of pathogens, disease prevention, and treatment of infectious diseases
What is the process of inserting a gene from one organism into a bacterial or yeast cell?
Genetic engineering
Which of the following is NOT a career field within microbiology?
Chemistry
What is the term used to describe the study of microorganisms?
Microbiology
In genetic engineering, what is the resulting capability of the cell that receives the new gene(s)?
The cell is capable of producing the gene product(s) coded for by the new gene(s)
This quiz covers the diverse roles of microorganisms in various industries, such as food, beverage, and chemical, as well as their application in genetic engineering. Learn about the process of inserting genes into microorganisms to produce new products. Test your knowledge of microbes in industrial and genetic engineering contexts.
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