Biotechnology Review

Genetic engineering involves the manipulation of the genome of an organism using laboratory methods for it to manifest or express a desired trait.

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What is a GMO?

• An organism that has had its DNA modified by humans

• An organism missing a chromosome

• Epigenetics

• A genetically identical organism

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Genetically Modified Foods look and taste the same as traditional foods and crops. The only difference is that GM foods have....

• fewer calories.

• the addition of specific minerals.

• genes with traits that improve something about the plant.

• a better chance of surviving a frost during the growing season.

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Which is a concern of scientists when genetically modifying plants?

• Plants will pass on diseases to animals.

• There will be a decrease in biodiversity.

• Plants will have a longer growing season.

• There will be a decrease in revenue for pesticide manufacturers.

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Which best describes a controversial issue associated with the use of genetically modified crops?

• the use of genetically modified crops to increase potential yield

• the short term use of genetically modified crops in famine stricken countries

• the development of genetically modified crops which are more nutrient dense

• the long term effects which may arise from the use of genetically modified crops

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Which area of biotechnology would most likely create ethical issues within human society?

• insulin production by bacteria

• organ cloning for use in transplants

• genetic engineering to improve agricultural yields

• DNA and forensic testing of crime scene evidence

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What is a STEM cell?

• an unspecialized cell, capable of differentiating into one or more cell types

• an unspecialized cell that has differentiated to become a specific cell

• A differentiated cell that is capable of specializing

• A cell that is taken from the cell tissue of a plant

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What method is used to produce Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?

• Gene Therapy

• Gene Splicing

• Cloning

• Stem Cell Research

The scientific study of life and of living organisms.

• Biology

• Health

• Organic Chemistry

• Bioethics

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What is bioethics?

• The moral and ethical considerations of technological discoveries and advances in biology and medicine

• The correct rules of conduct necessary when carrying out researches

• The moral and ethical considerations of character within the branch of philosophy

• The moral and ethical considerations within the field of business.