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Biotechnology Review

Total questions: 18

Worksheet time: 10mins

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Class
Date
1.

Genetic engineering involves the manipulation of the genome of an organism using laboratory methods for it to manifest or express a desired trait.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

What is a GMO?

a)

An organism that has had its DNA modified by humans

b)

An organism missing a chromosome

c)

Epigenetics

d)

A genetically identical organism

3.

Genetically Modified Foods look and taste the same as traditional foods and crops. The only difference is that GM foods have....

a)

fewer calories.

b)

the addition of specific minerals.

c)

genes with traits that improve something about the plant.

d)

a better chance of surviving a frost during the growing season.

4.

Which is a concern of scientists when genetically modifying plants?

a)

Plants will pass on diseases to animals.

b)

There will be a decrease in biodiversity.

c)

Plants will have a longer growing season.

d)

There will be a decrease in revenue for pesticide manufacturers.

5.

Which best describes a controversial issue associated with the use of genetically modified crops?

a)

the use of genetically modified crops to increase potential yield

b)

the short term use of genetically modified crops in famine stricken countries

c)

the development of genetically modified crops which are more nutrient dense

d)

the long term effects which may arise from the use of genetically modified crops

6.

Which area of biotechnology would most likely create ethical issues within human society?

a)

insulin production by bacteria

b)

organ cloning for use in transplants

c)

genetic engineering to improve agricultural yields

d)

DNA and forensic testing of crime scene evidence

7.

What is a STEM cell?

a)

an unspecialized cell, capable of differentiating into one or more cell types

b)

an unspecialized cell that has differentiated to become a specific cell

c)

A differentiated cell that is capable of specializing

d)

A cell that is taken from the cell tissue of a plant

8.

What method is used to produce Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?

a)

Gene Therapy

b)

Gene Splicing

c)

Cloning

d)

Stem Cell Research

9.

The scientific study of life and of living organisms.

a)

Biology

b)

Health

c)

Organic Chemistry

d)

Bioethics

10.

What is bioethics?

a)

The moral and ethical considerations of technological discoveries and advances in biology and medicine

b)

The correct rules of conduct necessary when carrying out researches

c)

The moral and ethical considerations of character within the branch of philosophy

d)

The moral and ethical considerations within the field of business.

11.

How can animal researchers implement ethical practices when dealing with test subjects?

a)

Reduce the amount of time for the study.

b)

Increase the amount of time for the study.

c)

Reduce the amount of test subjects used in the study.

d)

Increase the amount of test subjects used in the study.

12.

Which is NOT a concern in biotechnology?

a)

Human/Animal Welfare

b)

Ethical Limits

c)

Impact on the environment

d)

Researcher Safety

13.

What does Non-maleficence mean?

a)

"Do good."

b)

Fairness

c)

"Do no harm."

d)

The right to choose.

14.

What does Beneficence mean?

a)

"Do good."

b)

Fairness

c)

"Do no harm."

d)

The right to choose.

15.

Which ethical principle involves the right/freedom to make a decision?

a)

Autonomy

b)

Justice

c)

Non-maleficence

d)

Beneficence

16.

Which ethical principle is breached when a patient is treated unfairly based upon their gender?

a)

Autonomy

b)

Justice

c)

Non-maleficence

d)

Beneficence

17.

When a patient or relative is at risk for contracting an inherited disorder, a medical professional may recommend ___________ .

a)

a Pregnancy Test

b)

Psychological Therapy

c)

Genetic Counselling

d)

Individual Counselling

18.

Genetic Counselling allows parents to examine their family planning options.

a)

True

b)

False