Genetic Engineering Quiz

What is the primary goal of genetic engineering?

• To study biodiversity

• To create new organisms

• To prevent natural selection

• To modify the traits of target organisms

Which technique is considered the traditional way of genetic engineering?

• Biolistic

• Classical breeding

• Electroporation

• Heat Shock Treatment

What is the main function of restriction enzymes in recombinant DNA technology?

• To join DNA molecules

• To prevent gene cloning

• To increase gene expression

• To cut DNA at specific target sequences

Which molecule is commonly used as a vector in recombinant DNA technology?

• Mrna

• Trna

• Plasmid

• Ribosome

What is the purpose of ligation in recombinant DNA technology?

• To join DNA molecules

• To prevent gene cloning

• To increase gene expression

• To cut DNA at specific target sequences

Which step of recombinant DNA technology involves the handover of the recombinant plasmid?

• Selection of an appropriate vector

• Ligation of the gene with the vector

• Cutting of DNA by restriction enzymes

• Transfer of the recombinant plasmid into a host cell

Which technique is commonly used for the insertion of genes into mammalian cells?

• Biolistic

• Classical breeding

• Electroporation

• Heat Shock Treatment

What is the primary reason for using recombinant DNA technology in agriculture?

• To prevent gene cloning

• To study genetic diversity

• To decrease gene expression

• To increase the expression of desired genes

Which of the following situation illustrates classical breeding?

• I. The insertion of cloned genes to plant cells

• II. The use of bacteria in order to produce human insulin

• III. A farmer choose a breed of cow of greater milk production

Which of the following situation describes recombinant DNA technology?

• I. Mating of organisms with desirable qualities

• II. Insertion of genes into cells that makes the cells into 'factories' to make products

• III. Enhancing or disrupting the traits of a target organism either mating or molecular technique