Welcome to your Grade 12 Biology chapter 1
After carefully reading the following 30 questions, choose the correct answer.
1.
Which term describes the use of living organisms or their components to produce useful products?
2.
What is the primary focus of conservation biology?
3.
Which of the following is a traditional application of biotechnology?
4.
What does "food security" imply for a population?
5.
In the context of Ethiopian traditional beverages, which organism is primarily involved in the fermentation of Tella?
6.
Which biotechnology application involves the use of microorganisms to clean up polluted environments?
7.
What is a "conscious citizen" in the context of sustainable development?
8.
Which process is used to create Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)?
9.
What is the main goal of gene therapy?
10.
Which of these is a benefit of transgenic crops?
11.
What is the purpose of biopesticides?
12.
How does biotechnology contribute to food security?
13.
Which traditional Ethiopian drink involves the use of Gesho (Rhamnus prinoides)?
14.
What defines "sustainable development"?
15.
In biotechnology, what is a plasmid often used for?
16.
Which of the following is an example of environmental biotechnology?
17.
What is the role of microorganisms in making bread?
18.
Which term refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem?
19.
What is the main component of Tej, a traditional Ethiopian honey wine?
20.
Which of these is a risk associated with GMOs according to some environmentalists?
21.
What is the primary role of "Gesho" in the preparation of Tella?
22.
Which type of conservation happens within the natural habitat of a species?
23.
What is the significance of the "Global Citizen" concept?
24.
Which field uses biological data and computer technology to analyze genetic information?
25.
What is the main source of energy in biogas production?
26.
Which of the following is an example of ex-situ conservation?
27.
What is the primary function of DNA ligase in genetic engineering?
28.
Which microorganism is commonly used in the industrial production of ethanol?
29.
What does the term "transgenic" refer to?
30.
What is the main objective of using biological control agents in agriculture?
