Biotechnology Fundamentals
Explore the foundational concepts of biotechnology, including DNA structure, genetic engineering, and its applications.
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Biotechnology Fundamentals
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple-choice questions, select the best answer. For short-answer questions, provide concise and accurate responses.
1. What is the primary function of DNA in living organisms?
Energy production
Carrying genetic information
Structural support
Waste removal
2. Which of the following is NOT a component of a DNA nucleotide?
Phosphate group
Deoxyribose sugar
Amino acid
Nitrogenous base
1. Biotechnology is the use of living systems and organisms to develop or make products, or any technological application that uses biological systems, living organisms, or derivatives thereof, to make or modify products or processes for specific use. One key technique in biotechnology is , which involves altering the genetic makeup of an organism.
2. The process of creating multiple identical copies of a DNA fragment or gene is known as .
1. Briefly describe the structure of a DNA double helix, referencing the image provided.
2. Explain one ethical concern associated with genetic engineering.
1. Recombinant DNA technology involves combining DNA from different sources.
True
False
2. Gene therapy is a technique used to replace mutated genes with healthy ones.
True
False
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. A small, circular DNA molecule found in bacteria, often used as a vector in genetic engineering, is called a .
2. The gene-editing tool that allows scientists to precisely target and modify DNA sequences is known as .