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  • What role does microbial diversity play in human health?

    It helps break down complex carbohydrates, synthesize essential vitamins, and protect against harmful pathogens.
  • What factors influence the uniqueness of an individual's microbiota?

    Diet, genetics, and environment influence microbiota uniqueness.
  • How do microbes in the gut assist human digestion?

    They help digest foods that human enzymes cannot break down, particularly dietary fiber.
  • What is dysbiosis and what conditions is it associated with?

    Dysbiosis is an imbalance in the microbiota associated with irritable bowel syndrome, obesity, and mental health disorders.
  • What role do microbes play in the food industry?

    They influence production processes, enhance food safety, and contribute to innovative solutions.
  • How does fermentation benefit food products?
    Fermentation enhances flavor, texture, nutritional value, reduces the need for preservatives, and extends shelf life.
  • What antimicrobial substances do microbes produce for food preservation?

    Microbes produce lactic acid, ethanol, and acetic acid.
  • What are probiotics and their benefits?

    Probiotics are beneficial bacteria added to foods that support gut health and improve digestion and immune function.
  • How do microbial techniques improve food safety?

    They detect foodborne pathogens and create unfavorable conditions for harmful bacteria.
  • What is the role of biotechnology in food processing?

    Microbes are engineered to produce enzymes that improve efficiency and product quality in food processing.
  • What is genetic engineering?

    Genetic engineering is the process of directly manipulating an organism’s DNA to alter its genetic makeup.
  • What is CRISPR-CAS9?

    CRISPR-CAS9 is a gene-editing tool that allows precise alterations to DNA sequences.
  • What is the main role of growth hormone?

    It helps the body grow, especially during childhood and adolescence, and regulates body fat and metabolism.
  • What is the function of insulin?

    Insulin helps control blood sugar levels and allows cells to use glucose for energy.
  • What causes hemophilia?

    Hemophilia is caused by a defective gene that prevents proper blood clotting.
  • What is recombinant vaccination?

    Recombinant vaccination is created using genetic engineering by inserting genetic material from a virus or bacteria into another organism.
  • What are Hepatitis A and B?

    They are viral infections that affect the liver.
  • How is the Hepatitis A vaccine made?

    The Hepatitis A vaccine is made from an inactivated form of the virus to stimulate the immune system.
  • How is the Hepatitis B vaccine produced?

    The Hepatitis B vaccine uses genetic engineering to produce a harmless protein found on the virus's surface.
  • What is human hemoglobin?

    Human hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body.
  • What is Taxol (Paclitaxel) used for?

    Taxol is a natural compound used as a chemotherapy drug to treat various cancers.
  • What are the steps in genetic engineering?
    1. DNA Extraction: Isolating DNA from cells.
    2. Gene Cloning: Focusing on a specific gene.
    3. Gene Design: Modifying the target gene.
    4. Transformation: Introducing the engineered gene into target cells.
    5. Backcross Breeding: Crossing with a parent strain for desirable traits.
  • How is genetic engineering applied in agriculture?

    It enhances crop characteristics and improves agricultural productivity.
  • What is nutritional enhancement in genetic engineering?

    Nutritional enhancement involves modifying crops to increase their nutritional value.
  • How does genetic engineering contribute to drought tolerance in crops?

    It edits genomes to make crops more resilient to drought conditions.
  • What is the role of genetic engineering in pest and disease resistance?

    It introduces genes that confer resistance to specific pests or diseases.
  • How is genetic engineering used in research?

    It modifies organisms' genomes to study gene function and interactions.
  • How does genetic engineering improve health?

    It helps create better medicines and treatments for diseases.
  • How does genetic engineering enhance agriculture?

    It develops crops that grow faster, resist pests, and survive harsh conditions.
  • How does genetic engineering protect the environment?

    It creates plants that can clean up pollution or reduce the need for harmful pesticides.
  • How does genetic engineering support conservation?

    It can save endangered species by helping them survive diseases or changing environments.
  • What is medical research?

    • Employing scientific methods to understand human diseases.
    • Developing strategies for prevention and treatment.
    • Enhancing overall health and well-being.
  • What is the purpose of understanding diseases in medical research?

    To study the causes, progression, and effects of diseases on the body.
  • How does medical research develop treatments?
    It investigates new medications, therapies, and interventions for health conditions.
  • How does medical research improve diagnostics?

    It creates or refines tools and techniques for accurate disease diagnosis.
  • What are sanitation protocols in infection control?

    They develop methods to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
  • What is antibiotic resistance?

    It is the study of how microbes develop resistance to antibiotics and finding strategies to combat this issue.
  • What is microbiome research?

    It explores the role of the human microbiome in health and disease.
  • How does microbiome research develop therapeutic interventions?

    It develops treatments that modify the microbiome, such as probiotics and fecal microbiota transplants.
  • What is the goal of preventing diseases in medical research?

    To identify risk factors and develop strategies to prevent disease onset.