NC EOC Review: 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 are embryonic stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent cells derived from early-stage embryos that have the potential to develop into any cell type in the body.

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Why is embryonic stem cell research controversial?

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It is controversial because it involves the destruction of embryos, raising ethical concerns about the moral status of the embryo.

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What is a plasmid?

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A plasmid is a small, circular piece of DNA found in bacteria that can replicate independently of chromosomal DNA.

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What is genetic engineering?

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Genetic engineering is the direct manipulation of an organism's DNA to alter its characteristics, often involving the insertion of genes from other organisms.

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What is recombinant DNA?

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Recombinant DNA is DNA that has been artificially created by combining DNA from different sources.

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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.

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What is the role of insulin in the body?

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Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.

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What is the purpose of gene therapy?

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Gene therapy aims to treat or prevent diseases by introducing, removing, or altering genetic material within a patient's cells.

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What is CRISPR technology?

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CRISPR is a revolutionary gene-editing technology that allows for precise modifications to DNA in living organisms.