18 Questions
What is the main challenge in creating transgenic animals?
Integrating genes of another organism into the species' genome
What is the purpose of recombinant DNA technology?
To add a desired gene to a plasmid for amplification
What is the goal of gene therapy?
To correct the effect of a disease by introducing a new set of genes
What is the significance of environmental impacts on human health?
They play a powerful role in the transmission of health issues
What is the purpose of recombination in cloning genes?
To produce bacterial clones
What is the goal of raising public awareness about environmental impacts?
To create public strategies for environmental conservation
What is a common cause of death in Africa due to a lack of doctors and hospitals?
Water-borne diseases
What is the name of the virus that caused an epidemic in 2019?
Measles
What is the distinctive sound associated with Pertussis?
Whooping
What is the recommended frequency for receiving the Pneumonia vaccine?
Every 5 years
Which mosquito species is responsible for transmitting Dengue fever?
Aedes Aegypti
What is the name of the vaccine given to prevent tuberculosis?
BCG
What is the name of the coronavirus that was first detected in Wuhan, China?
SARS-CoV-2
What is a common symptom of Pneumonia?
Rusty sputum
What is the name of the fungus that causes meningoencephalitis?
Cryptococcus
What is the name of the disease caused by Pneumocystis?
Pneumocystis pneumonia
What is the purpose of the DTaP or Tdap vaccine?
To prevent Pertussis
What is the age at which the MMR vaccine is typically given?
9 months
This quiz covers the concepts of transgenic organisms, genetic engineering, and its applications in producing important proteins. It also touches on the challenges of integrating genes into different species.
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