Biotechnology

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What is biotechnology?

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Biotechnology is the use of living organisms, cells, and biological systems to develop products and technologies for various applications, including medicine, agriculture, and environmental management.

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What is selective breeding?

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Selective breeding is a process in which humans breed plants and animals for particular genetic traits, enhancing desired characteristics in future generations.

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What is cloning?

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Cloning is a biotechnological process that creates a genetically identical copy of an organism by using a body cell from the original organism.

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What is gene modification?

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Gene modification is a biotechnological technique that alters the genetic material of an organism to achieve desired traits, often resulting in genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

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What are restriction enzymes?

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Restriction enzymes are proteins that cut DNA at specific sequences, allowing scientists to manipulate DNA for cloning, analysis, and other applications.

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What is gel electrophoresis?

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Gel electrophoresis is a laboratory technique used to separate DNA fragments based on their size by applying an electric field to a gel matrix.

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What is recombinant DNA technology?

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Recombinant DNA technology involves combining DNA from different sources to create new genetic combinations that are of value in research, medicine, and agriculture.

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What is a transgenic organism?

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A transgenic organism is one that has been genetically modified to contain DNA from another species, often to express desired traits.

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What is gene therapy?

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Gene therapy is a technique that modifies or replaces faulty genes to treat or prevent disease, often by delivering healthy copies of a gene into a patient's cells.

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What is animal husbandry?

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Animal husbandry is the practice of breeding and raising livestock for food, fiber, and other products, often involving selective breeding techniques.