Biotechnology Applications

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Biotechnology Applications explores how biological principles and techniques are used to solve real-world problems in medicine, agriculture, industry, and environmental science. This category is designed for Class 12 students, NEET aspirants, and undergraduate learners to understand both concepts and applications with exam relevance.

In this section, you’ll learn about:

  • Medical biotechnology – production of insulin, vaccines, hormones, and gene therapy

  • Agricultural biotechnology – genetically modified (GM) crops, pest resistance, and improved yield

  • Industrial biotechnology – enzymes, antibiotics, and bioproducts

  • Transgenic organisms and biosafety concepts

  • NCERT-based explanations, important questions, MCQs, and case studies

All topics are explained in simple, structured language with a strong focus on NCERT terminology, making this section highly useful for board exams, NEET preparation, and UG assessments.

Understand how biotechnology transforms science into solutions — from the lab to real life.

Q. What is a common application of CRISPR technology in plants?
  • A. Creating clones of plants
  • B. Editing specific genes for desired traits
  • C. Increasing photosynthesis efficiency
  • D. Enhancing seed germination
Q. What is a common application of plant tissue culture in biotechnology?
  • A. Pest control
  • B. Plant breeding
  • C. Propagation of disease-free plants
  • D. Soil improvement
Q. What is a major benefit of using genetically modified crops?
  • A. Increased nutritional value
  • B. Higher yield and pest resistance
  • C. Reduced need for pesticides
  • D. All of the above
Q. What is the main advantage of using marker-assisted selection in plant breeding?
  • A. It reduces the need for fertilizers
  • B. It speeds up the breeding process
  • C. It eliminates the need for irrigation
  • D. It increases the size of fruits
Q. What is the main advantage of using transgenic plants in agriculture?
  • A. Higher market prices
  • B. Increased crop yield
  • C. More labor-intensive farming
  • D. Reduced biodiversity
Q. What is the main goal of phytoremediation?
  • A. To enhance plant growth
  • B. To clean up contaminated environments
  • C. To increase crop yield
  • D. To improve soil fertility
Q. What is the main goal of synthetic biology?
  • A. To understand natural biological systems
  • B. To create new biological parts and systems
  • C. To clone animals
  • D. To sequence genomes
Q. What is the primary goal of developing biofortified crops?
  • A. To improve taste
  • B. To enhance resistance to pests
  • C. To increase nutritional value
  • D. To reduce water requirements
Q. What is the primary goal of phytoremediation?
  • A. To enhance plant growth
  • B. To clean up contaminated environments
  • C. To increase crop yield
  • D. To improve soil fertility
Q. What is the primary purpose of CRISPR technology in biotechnology?
  • A. To clone organisms
  • B. To edit genes
  • C. To produce vaccines
  • D. To sequence DNA
Q. What is the primary purpose of genetic engineering in plants?
  • A. To increase aesthetic value
  • B. To enhance nutritional content
  • C. To improve growth rate
  • D. To reduce water usage
Q. What is the purpose of bioremediation?
  • A. To produce biofuels
  • B. To clean up environmental contaminants
  • C. To enhance soil fertility
  • D. To create new pharmaceuticals
Q. What is the purpose of marker-assisted selection in plant breeding?
  • A. To identify plants with desirable traits
  • B. To increase genetic diversity
  • C. To enhance photosynthetic efficiency
  • D. To reduce water requirements
Q. What is the purpose of using biopesticides in plant biotechnology?
  • A. To enhance plant growth
  • B. To control pest populations
  • C. To improve seed germination
  • D. To increase photosynthetic efficiency
Q. What is the purpose of using marker-assisted selection in plant breeding?
  • A. To identify and select plants with desirable traits
  • B. To enhance photosynthetic efficiency
  • C. To increase seed size
  • D. To improve soil fertility
Q. What is the role of Agrobacterium tumefaciens in plant biotechnology?
  • A. It enhances photosynthesis
  • B. It acts as a vector for gene transfer
  • C. It improves root growth
  • D. It increases resistance to pests
Q. What is the role of monoclonal antibodies in biotechnology?
  • A. To enhance photosynthesis
  • B. To target specific cells in therapy
  • C. To produce insulin
  • D. To modify genetic sequences
Q. What is the role of tissue culture in plant biotechnology?
  • A. To study plant genetics
  • B. To propagate plants under sterile conditions
  • C. To analyze soil health
  • D. To enhance photosynthesis
Q. What is the significance of the 'Golden Rice' project?
  • A. It is a new variety of ornamental rice
  • B. It aims to combat vitamin A deficiency
  • C. It increases rice yield significantly
  • D. It is resistant to all pests
Q. What role do biopesticides play in sustainable agriculture?
  • A. They increase chemical pesticide use
  • B. They promote soil erosion
  • C. They reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals
  • D. They decrease crop diversity
Q. Which biotechnology application can help in developing drought-resistant crops?
  • A. Gene silencing
  • B. Plant hybridization
  • C. Tissue culture
  • D. Photosynthetic enhancement
Q. Which biotechnology application is used in forensic science?
  • A. Gene therapy
  • B. DNA fingerprinting
  • C. Monoclonal antibodies
  • D. Bioremediation
Q. Which biotechnology application is used to produce insulin?
  • A. Gene cloning
  • B. Fermentation
  • C. Cell culture
  • D. Transgenic organisms
Q. Which biotechnology method is used to produce plants that can tolerate herbicides?
  • A. Gene cloning
  • B. Somatic hybridization
  • C. Transgenic technology
  • D. Micropropagation
Q. Which biotechnology technique is commonly used to create genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?
  • A. Cloning
  • B. CRISPR-Cas9
  • C. Hybridization
  • D. Tissue culture
Q. Which biotechnology technique is commonly used to produce transgenic plants?
  • A. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
  • B. Agrobacterium-mediated transformation
  • C. Gel electrophoresis
  • D. Micropropagation
Q. Which of the following is a benefit of using genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in agriculture?
  • A. Increased pesticide use
  • B. Higher crop yields
  • C. Reduced biodiversity
  • D. Longer growing seasons
Q. Which of the following is a benefit of using tissue culture in plant propagation?
  • A. Increased genetic diversity
  • B. Faster growth rates
  • C. Production of disease-free plants
  • D. Lower production costs
Q. Which of the following is a benefit of using transgenic plants?
  • A. Increased susceptibility to pests
  • B. Higher yield under stress conditions
  • C. Reduced photosynthesis
  • D. Lower resistance to diseases
Q. Which of the following is a common application of biotechnology in agriculture?
  • A. Creating ornamental plants
  • B. Developing drought-resistant crops
  • C. Enhancing soil fertility
  • D. Increasing plant height
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