DNA Data Storage Quiz

DNA Data Storage Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

FREE Resource

5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one advantage of using DNA for data storage compared to traditional digital methods?

DNA is more expensive to produce.

DNA can store data in a more compact form.

DNA is easier to access than digital storage.

DNA requires no special equipment for data retrieval.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do scientists protect DNA during the 3D-printing process?

By cooling the printer during the process.

By embedding it in microscopic glass beads.

By using a special type of plastic.

By using a heat-resistant DNA strand.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was demonstrated by the researchers using the plastic rabbit?

DNA can be used to replicate objects multiple times.

DNA can only be used for simple data storage.

DNA degrades quickly and is unreliable.

DNA storage is only theoretical and not practical.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what field could DNA data storage potentially be used for storing personal health information?

Construction

Entertainment

Espionage

Medicine

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major challenge in making DNA data storage widely accessible?

High cost and complexity of the technology.

Environmental concerns with DNA usage.

Lack of interest from industries.

Limited data capacity of DNA.