Which of the following is a technique used to analyze the expression of genes in an organism.
a) PCR
b) Gel electrophoresis
c) Microarray analysis
d) Southern blotting
Answer: c) Microarray analysis
Which of the following is a potential benefit of using biotechnology in medicine.
a) Creation of drugs that target specific genetic disorders
b) Modification of human genes to produce more adrenaline
c) Development of more colorful pills
d) None of the above
Answer: a) Creation of drugs that target specific genetic disorders
Which of the following is a potential application of biotechnology in environmental science.
a) Development of microbes that can degrade pollutants
b) Creation of more colorful flowers
c) Modification of soil genes to produce more carbon dioxide
d) None of the above
Answer: a) Development of microbes that can degrade pollutants
Which of the following is a technique used to analyze the genetic makeup of an organism.
a) PCR
b) Gel electrophoresis
c) DNA sequencing
d) Southern blotting
Answer: c) DNA sequencing
