Biotechnology Quiz

What is the primary focus of biotechnology?

• Production of synthetic materials

• Study of ancient civilizations

• Development of chemical engineering

• Exploitation of biological agents for products

Which microorganism is commonly used in the production of yogurt?

• Lactobacillus

• Escherichia

• Penicillium

• Saccharomyces

What significant discovery did Alexander Fleming make in the early 20th century?

• Recombinant DNA Technology

• Penicillin

• CRISPR-Cas9

• Structure of DNA

Which of the following is a benefit of fermentation?

• Decreases shelf life

• Eliminates probiotics

• Increases toxicity

• Enhances nutritional value

What is the purpose of recombinant vaccines?

• To provide immunity using a small piece of DNA

• To modify bacterial pathogens

• To produce biofuel

• To enhance fish feed

Which of the following is an example of a genetically modified food?

• Flavr Savr Tomato

• Golden Rice

• Bt Brinjal

• All of the above

What is the main function of biofertilizers?

• To kill pests

• To recycle organic waste

• To produce bioplastics

• To help plants grow by increasing nutrient availability

What is the significance of the Human Genome Project?

• It discovered antibiotics

• It developed mRNA vaccines

• It mapped the entire human genome

• It was the first synthetic cell created

Which of the following is a type of biofuel?

• Insulin

• Ethanol

• Antibiotics

• Plastic

What is the role of CRISPR-Cas9 in biotechnology?

• Gene editing

• Fermentation

• Nutraceutical development

• Antibiotic production