Rules Hazardous MOs QUIZ

What is the definition of Hazardous microorganisms?

• Microorganisms that pose a risk to human health, animal health, or the environment.

• Microorganisms that are harmless to humans and animals.

• Microorganisms that are only harmful to the environment.

• Microorganisms that are resistant to genetic engineering.

What is the purpose of utilizing microorganisms in Bioremediation?

• To study the effects of pollution on microorganisms.

• To increase pollution levels.

• To clean up pollutants in the environment.

• To create new pollutants.

What is the role of the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC)?

• Approval of activities involving large scale use of hazardous microorganisms and recombinants.

• Approval of activities involving small scale use of hazardous microorganisms and recombinants.

• Approval of activities involving hazardous chemicals.

• Approval of activities involving hazardous animals.

What is the function of the Recombinant DNA Advisory Committee (RDAC)?

• Review developments in Biotechnology and recommend safety regulations.

• Review developments in Chemistry and recommend safety regulations.

• Review developments in Agriculture and recommend safety regulations.

• Review developments in Medicine and recommend safety regulations.

What is the purpose of the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)?

• To monitor environmental pollution levels.

• To review pharmaceutical products.

• To conduct genetic experiments.

• To prepare on-site emergency plans for handling microorganisms/genetically engineered organisms.