Biotechnology Concepts in Living Environment

What is the primary goal of selective breeding?

• To produce offspring with specific desirable traits

• To study the genetic makeup of organisms

• To increase genetic diversity in organisms

• To create genetically modified organisms

Which organism was transformed into edible corn through selective breeding?

• Teosinte

• Wheat

• Soy

• Maize

What is the main purpose of using enzymes in genetic engineering?

• To observe the DNA under a microscope

• To combine different DNA segments

• To cut DNA at specific locations

• To speed up the breeding process

Which protein is NOT typically produced through genetic engineering in the discussed video?

• Insulin

• Hemoglobin

• None of the above

• Human Growth Hormone

What is the role of recombinant DNA in genetic engineering?

• It identifies genetic mutations

• It helps in the separation of DNA fragments

• It combines DNA from different species

• It is used to clone organisms

What does gel electrophoresis separate DNA fragments based on?

• Size

• Shape

• Weight

• Color

How is DNA attracted during gel electrophoresis?

• It remains stationary

• Towards the positive side

• It is repelled from both sides

• Towards the negative side

Which application of gel electrophoresis was mentioned in the video?

• Determining the nutritional content of food

• Studying plant growth

• Identifying suspects at a crime scene

• Mapping the human genome

What ethical concern is associated with cloning?

• It can lead to overpopulation

• It is considered as playing God by some

• It causes genetic mutations

• It is too costly to perform

What is a common use of cloning mentioned in the video?

• Creating new species

• Producing exact copies of an organism

• Enhancing the flavors of food

• Curing genetic diseases