PLTW MI

What is the primary focus of the PLTW Medical Interventions course?

• Exploring the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases

• Studying the chemical reactions in living organisms

• Understanding the principles of physics in medicine

• Analyzing the environmental impact on human health

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

Which of the following is a common technique used in PLTW Medical Interventions to diagnose diseases?

• Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

• Photosynthesis

• Newton's Laws of Motion

• Plate Tectonics

In the context of PLTW Medical Interventions, what is the role of a vaccine?

• To stimulate the immune system to recognize and fight pathogens

• To provide immediate relief from symptoms

• To cure bacterial infections

• To enhance physical strength

What is the purpose of gel electrophoresis in PLTW Medical Interventions?

• To separate DNA fragments by size

• To measure blood pressure

• To analyze the nutritional content of food

• To study the effects of gravity

Which of the following is an example of a medical intervention studied in PLTW MI?

• Antibiotic treatment

• Photosynthesis

• Gravity measurement

• Weather forecasting

In PLTW Medical Interventions, what is the significance of understanding genetic disorders?

• To develop targeted therapies and interventions

• To predict weather patterns

• To enhance athletic performance

• To improve agricultural yield

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NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is a common method for detecting genetic mutations in PLTW Medical Interventions?

• DNA sequencing

• Carbon dating

• Photosynthesis

• Magnetic resonance imaging

How does PLTW Medical Interventions approach the study of cancer?

• By exploring genetic factors and treatment options

• By analyzing soil composition

• By studying planetary motion

• By examining historical texts

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

What is the importance of bioinformatics in PLTW Medical Interventions?

• To analyze and interpret biological data

• To design architectural structures

• To study the behavior of gases

• To explore ancient civilizations

Which of the following is a focus area in PLTW Medical Interventions related to infectious diseases?

• Understanding pathogen transmission and prevention

• Studying the laws of thermodynamics

• Analyzing rock formations

• Exploring the solar system

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7