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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was the main goal of creating the Colobacter Offensis 2.0 genome?
To create a new species of bacterium
To study the effects of DNA mutations
To reduce the number of nucleotides while maintaining protein coding
To develop a new antibiotic
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What challenge did scientists face when synthesizing the synthetic genome?
Lack of funding
Inability to find suitable laboratory conditions
Difficulty in maintaining the DNA structure
Natural genome patterns that hinder synthesis
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How did the computer algorithm improve the genome synthesis process?
By increasing the number of nucleotides
By replacing genetic code with synonymous codons
By using a different type of DNA
By adding more hypothetical genetic elements
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What percentage of the new genome was functional after synthesis?
50%
100%
25%
81.5%
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What is a potential risk associated with synthetic biology?
Creating a new species of plants
Increasing the cost of pharmaceuticals
Developing a devastating pathogen
Reducing biodiversity
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What does the new molecular surgery technique use to reshape tissue?
Chemical solutions
Ultrasound waves
Laser beams
Electric currents and 3D printed molds
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What is a potential application of the molecular surgery technique?
Developing new vaccines
Reshaping cartilage without scars
Enhancing muscle growth
Treating bacterial infections
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