Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Quiz

What is biotechnology primarily concerned with?

• The study of ecosystems

• The manipulation of organisms to create useful products

• The development of new computer technologies

• The exploration of space

What was the significance of Dolly the sheep in biotechnology?

• First animal to be bred selectively

• First animal to be used in space research

• First animal to be genetically modified

• First animal to be cloned from an adult cell

What is the role of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?

• To replicate DNA

• To cut DNA at specific sites

• To synthesize proteins

• To transport genes across cells

How is recombinant DNA formed?

• By mutating existing DNA

• By cloning entire organisms

• By synthesizing new DNA sequences

• By combining DNA from two different sources

What is a common use of bacteria in genetic engineering?

• To clean up oil spills

• To produce human hormones

• To generate electricity

• To create new species

What is a transgenic organism?

• An organism with genes from another species

• An organism that can survive in extreme conditions

• An organism that is resistant to all diseases

• An organism that can photosynthesize

What is a potential risk of genetically modified organisms?

• They may cause new diseases

• They may introduce allergens into the food supply

• They may increase global warming

• They may deplete natural resources

What is a concern regarding the spread of genes from genetically modified plants?

• They may increase water pollution

• They may reduce biodiversity

• They may cause soil erosion

• They may create superweeds

What is gene therapy primarily used for?

• To improve memory and cognitive function

• To treat diseases caused by faulty genes

• To enhance athletic performance

• To increase lifespan

What is a retrovirus used for in gene therapy?

• To destroy harmful cells

• To deliver genes to patient cells

• To replicate DNA sequences

• To enhance immune response