LitGrades
Explore
Subjects
Math
Science
English
Technology
Social Studies
History
General Knowledge
Language
For Teachers
Register
Login
Create New Folder
Flashcards on Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
Click on the flashcard to see the answer
What is biotechnology?
The use of living organisms or their products to modify or improve human health and the environment.
What is genetic engineering?
The deliberate modification of an organism's genetic material to achieve desirable traits.
What are the applications of biotechnology?
Medical, Agricultural, Industrial, and Environmental applications.
What are the techniques used in genetic engineering?
Recombinant DNA, gene cloning, and gene editing techniques.
What is genetic modification?
The alteration of an organism's DNA to introduce new traits.
What is DNA sequencing?
The process of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule.
What are GMOs?
Genetically Modified Organisms - organisms whose genetic material has been altered through genetic engineering.
What is cloning?
The process of creating genetically identical copies of an organism.
How is biotechnology used in medicine?
Developing new drugs, producing vaccines, and gene therapy.
What are the ethical concerns surrounding genetic engineering?
Potential risks, unintended consequences, and ethical considerations of manipulating life forms.
What is bioremediation?
The use of living organisms to detoxify and restore polluted ecosystems.
What is gene therapy?
The introduction of normal genes into cells to treat or cure genetic disorders.
What are the benefits of genetically modified crops?
Increased crop yield, enhanced nutritional value, and improved resistance to pests and diseases.
What is the PCR technique used in genetic engineering?
Polymerase Chain Reaction - a method to amplify a specific DNA sequence.
What is bioethics?
The study of ethical issues emerging from advances in biology and medicine.
Share
Copy Link
Copy Embed
Login to Save
arrow_back
arrow_forward
Share
Copy Link
Copy Embed
Login to Save
Test Your Knowledge
Which of the following accurately defines biotechnology?
The study of biological systems and organisms.
The use of living organisms or their products to modify or improve human health and the environment.
The manipulation of genetic material to create new traits in organisms.
The process of determining the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule.
Check Answers
What is the main purpose of genetic engineering?
Developing new drugs and therapies.
Creating clones of organisms.
Modifying an organism's genetic material to achieve desirable traits.
Restoring polluted ecosystems using living organisms.
Check Answers
Which technique is commonly used in genetic engineering to amplify a specific DNA sequence?
Bioremediation
Gene therapy
DNA sequencing
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Check Answers
What are GMOs?
Genes Obtained from Microorganisms
Genetically Modified Organisms
Gene Modification Orders
Genomic Material Origins
Check Answers
What is the process of creating genetically identical copies of an organism called?
DNA sequencing
Gene cloning
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Cloning
Check Answers
How is biotechnology used in medicine?
Creating genetically modified crops
Developing new drugs, producing vaccines, and gene therapy
Cloning organisms for research
Restoring polluted ecosystems
Check Answers
What is the study of ethical issues emerging from advances in biology and medicine called?
Bioengineering
Genetic manipulation
Ecological ethics
Bioethics
Check Answers
What are the possible risks associated with genetic engineering?
Low crop yield
Enhanced nutritional value
Increased resistance to pests and diseases
Potential unintended consequences and ethical concerns
Check Answers
Which technique is commonly used in genetic engineering to modify an organism's DNA?
PCR
Recombinant DNA
Gene cloning
Gene editing
Check Answers
What is the process of introducing normal genes into cells to treat genetic disorders called?
Gene therapy
Recombinant DNA
PCR
Cloning
Check Answers
Explore Other Decks
Made for Grade 8
Low Level Languages, High Level Languages and Translation Programs
View Deck
Made for Grade 8
Maria Manoru 'Charlotte Obtaining... 13 Points'
View Deck
Made for Grade 3
Meghan Mac Donald 'Judy Moody meets a new teacher'
View Deck
Explore More