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CHAPTER 13.1 BIOF5 KSSM

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

what is the correct sequence of steps in genetic engineering?


P: inserting the desired gene into a vector

Q: Cutting out the DNA of the desired gene

R: Multiplying the copies of the gene

S: Introducing the vector into the host cell

a)

P, Q, S, R

b)

P, R, Q, S

c)

Q, P, S, R

d)

Q, R, P, S

2.

Why is genetic modification more advantageous than traditional breeding methods?

a)

It lead to higher yields

b)

It involves the transfer of genes within same species

c)

The desired changes can be achieved in one generation

d)

The techniques involved are very simple and not costly

3.

Which organisms can be used to produce human insulin through genetic engineering?

a)

Bacteria

b)

Viruses

c)

Fungi

d)

Protozoa

4.

Which human hormone is the first hormone that is produced through genetic engineering in the bacterial cell?

a)

Oestrogen

b)

Thyroxine

c)

Insulin

d)

Dopamine

5.

What are the processes involved in genetic engineering?

a)

I and II

b)

II and III

c)

III and IV

d)

i and IV

6.

Which of the following is correct about transgenic plants?


I. are less prone to diseases

II. Are more resistant to pests

III. Produce lower yields

IV. are usually safe for human consumption

a)

I and II

b)

II and III

c)

III and IV

d)

I and IV

7.

Which of the following statements is not true regarding the clone population of a certain plant species?

a)

clones produce flowers and fruit faster than their parent plants

b)

The number of chromosomes of the clones is the same as the parent plants

c)

The cones produced brought about variation to the species of the plant

d)

The clones produced have the same characteristics as the parent plant

8.

What is the application of genetic engineering techniques to replace defective genes in humans?

a)

Gene alteration

b)

gene modification

c)

Gene replacement

d)

Gene therapy

9.

Genetically modified plants such as rice are created using

a)

traditional breeding methods

b)

Recombinant DNA technology

c)

Special minerals in the soil

d)

Plant cell as precursor

10.

Which of the following modifications can be made in tomatoes using recombinant DNA technology?

a)

more nutrients can be added

b)

The shelf life of tomatoes can be extended

c)

The taste of tomatoes can be made sweeter

11.

Which stage in the production of insulin by genetic engineering is represent in Diagram 2?

a)

Human gene is inserted into plasmid

b)

Human gene is inserted into a bacterium

c)

Plasmid is inserted into a human chromosomes

d)

Bacterial gene is inserted into a human chromosome

12.

What are the advantages of GMO and GMF Production?

a)

The GM potatoes have higher annual yields than conventional potatoes

b)

The content of GM milk is modified to give a more desirable flavor

c)

Release of GMOs into the environment can disturb ecological balance

d)

Threats to human health

13.

Genetically modified rice with daffodil genes can produce what type of nutrient?

a)

B- carotene

b)

A-lipid

c)

Clotting factor

14.

What is the enzyme used to help the process of inserting the gene into a vector in genetic engineering technique?

a)

DNA ligase

b)

Restriction enzymes

c)

Bacterium enzymes

15.

What is the disease that can be treated by using goat as a transgenic organism which bring gene for blood clotting factor?

a)

Anemia

b)

Haemophilia

c)

Thalassemia

d)

Down Syndrome