Applications of DNA Technology

Question 1 • Biology_A_IC

Which of the following statements correctly defines biotechnology?

Answer

the process of cutting DNA into fragments and inserting the fragments with a desired gene into another organism of the same or different species

a field of biology that uses genetic engineering to produce crops, pharmaceuticals, and enzymes for use in industry and manufacturing processes

the process of analyzing DNA samples to identify individuals

a field of biology in which microorganisms and their effects on other living organisms are studied

Explanation

Biotechnology is the broad field of using living organisms, cells, or biological processes to make useful products and technologies. Genetic engineering can be used in biotechnology to produce crops, pharmaceuticals, and industrial enzymes, so choice B is correct. Choice A describes a specific genetic engineering technique, while C is DNA profiling and D is microbiology.

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