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iGCSE Biology: Introduction to Biotechnology
Learn why bacteria are essential in biotechnology and genetic modification for iGCSE Biology, focusing on their rapid reproduction, plasmids, and ability to make complex molecules.
Tutorial
iGCSE Biology: Introduction to Biotechnology
Learn why bacteria are essential in biotechnology and genetic modification for iGCSE Biology, focusing on their rapid reproduction, plasmids, and ability to make complex molecules.
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In this deck, we'll explore biotechnology, which uses living organisms or their products for practical purposes. We'll focus on why one particular type of microorganism, the bacterium, is incredibly useful in fields like medicine and industry.
Quiz#2
What is the term for the use of living organisms or their products for practical purposes?
biotechnology
Lesson#3
One of the main reasons bacteria are used in biotechnology is their rate of reproduction. Under the right conditions, some bacteria can divide and double their numbers as often as every 20 minutes. This is known as rapid reproduction.
Quiz#4
What is the term for the ability of bacteria to divide and double their numbers very quickly?
rapid reproduction
Quiz#5
In biotechnology, why is the rapid reproduction of bacteria a major advantage?
Large quantities of a product can be made quickly.
Lesson#6
Rapid reproduction is important, but for your exam, it's crucial to mention another key point. Bacteria can be genetically modified to produce complex molecules that are useful to humans, such as insulin for treating diabetes.
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