biotechnology

Cards (10)

  • What is the main advantage of using microorganisms in biotechnology?
    They can be engineered to produce a wide range of products
  • What role do microorganisms play in the production of biofuels?
    They convert biomass into biofuels
  • What microorganism is commonly used in the production of antibiotics?
    penicillium
  • which process involves using microorganisms to clean up environmental pollutants?
    Bioremediation
  • What is the primary role of biotechnology in microbiology?
    to manipulate microorganisms for beneficial purposes
  • What is the primary purpose of fermentation in microorganisms?
    To generate energy in the absence of oxygen
  • what is the main difference between aerobic respiration and fermentation
    fermentation does not require oxygen
  • What is a common product made from mycoprotein?
    Quorn
  • What is the primary role of microorganisms in biofuel production?
    convert biomass into biofuels
  • Which organism is commonly used as a host in genetic engineering experiments?
    E. coli