Food Polymer Biosensors

Food Polymer Biosensors

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Biology

University

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Lorrena Renna

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a biosensor?

Back

A biosensor is a self-contained integrated device that provides specific qualitative or semi-quantitative analytical information using a biological recognition element in direct contact with a transduction element.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who is known as the father of biosensors?

Back

Professor Leland C Clark Jnr (1918–2005) is known as the father of biosensors.

3.

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Front

What are the basic characteristics of a biosensor?

Back

The basic characteristics include linearity, sensitivity, selectivity, and response time.

4.

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Front

What does linearity in biosensors refer to?

Back

Linearity refers to the ability of the biosensor to provide a high detection response for high substrate concentrations.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is sensitivity in the context of biosensors?

Back

Sensitivity is the value of electrode response per substrate concentration.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is selectivity in biosensors?

Back

Selectivity refers to minimizing chemical interference to obtain correct results.

7.

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Front

What is the response time in biosensors?

Back

Response time is the time necessary for the biosensor to achieve 95% of the response.

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