Biosensors and Actuators Quiz

What type of sensor relies on the emission of light when it interacts with a specific substance?

• Absorption-based sensor

• Luminescence-based sensor

• Surface plasmon resonance-based sensor

• Biosensor

Which biosensor component is responsible for recognizing and binding to a specific molecule?

• Transducer

• Actuator

• Bio-receptor molecule

• Amplifier

In biosensors, what is the role of transduction mechanisms?

• Recognition of target molecules

• Signal amplification

• Conversion of biological response into a measurable signal

• Binding to bio-receptor molecules

Which term describes the range of concentrations or conditions within which a biosensor operates effectively?

• Sensitivity

• Specificity

• Range

• Accuracy

Which type of sensor is based on the measurement of changes in light absorption?

• Luminescence-based sensor

• Absorption-based sensor

• Surface plasmon resonance-based sensor

• Electrochemical biosensor

What is the primary function of bio-receptor molecules in biosensors?

• Signal amplification

• Signal transduction

• Recognition and binding to target molecules

• Energy conversion

Which sensor type is commonly used for studying molecular interactions on surfaces?

• Absorption-based sensor

• Luminescence-based sensor

• Electrochemical biosensor

• Surface plasmon resonance-based sensor

In biosensors, what is the purpose of the transducer?

• Recognition of target molecules

• Signal amplification

• Conversion of one form of energy to another

• Binding to bio-receptor molecules

What is a characteristic of the range of biosensors?

• The maximum concentration measurable by the biosensor

• The minimum concentration measurable by the biosensor

• The optimum operating conditions for the biosensor

• The rate of signal amplification

Which component of an actuator is responsible for initiating the desired action?

• Sensor

• Transducer

• Controller

• Effector