Introduction to Biotechnology
Agricultural Science · 50 practice questions
Basic terms in biotechnology (tissue and anther culture, in vitro fertilization, genetic engineering).
- Use basic terms in biotechnology.
- Provide reasons for the importance and application of biotechnology.
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- Practice question 1
DNA, in the context of biotechnology, mainly refers to
- A.a type of agrochemical used to control pests
- B.the molecule that carries the genetic instructions of living organisms
- C.a machine used to process harvested crops
- D.a physical structure found only in animal cells
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B. the molecule that carries the genetic instructions of living organisms
DNA is the fundamental hereditary molecule biotechnology works with.
- Practice question 2
Biosafety regulations, relating to biotechnology, mainly aim to
- A.encourage completely unregulated use of any GMO
- B.eliminate all forms of biotechnology research
- C.manage the potential risks associated with genetically modified organisms
- D.apply exclusively to non-agricultural industries
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C. manage the potential risks associated with genetically modified organisms
Biosafety rules exist to responsibly manage GMO-related risks.
- Practice question 3
In Nigeria, a regulatory body such as the National Biosafety Management Agency mainly exists to
- A.oversee and regulate the safe use of genetically modified organisms
- B.promote completely unregulated use of any GMO
- C.ban all forms of biotechnology research nationwide
- D.apply exclusively to non-agricultural industries
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A. oversee and regulate the safe use of genetically modified organisms
This agency's core role is ensuring GMOs are managed under proper biosafety oversight.
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