Role of Biotechnology (OCR GCSE Biology A (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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Which fungus is used to produce mycoprotein?
Which fungus is used to produce mycoprotein?
Fusarium
What conditions are used to grow Fusarium for mycoprotein production?
What conditions are used to grow Fusarium for mycoprotein production?
Glucose syrup in aerobic conditions
Why is mycoprotein described as vegetarian-friendly?
Why is mycoprotein described as vegetarian-friendly?
It's an excellent protein source
How does mycoprotein production compare to livestock farming in terms of land use?
How does mycoprotein production compare to livestock farming in terms of land use?
Requires less land
What environmental benefit does mycoprotein production provide regarding emissions?
What environmental benefit does mycoprotein production provide regarding emissions?
Reduces methane emissions
What substance do genetically modified bacteria produce to treat diabetes?
What substance do genetically modified bacteria produce to treat diabetes?
Insulin
What type of molecule is insulin?
What type of molecule is insulin?
A hormone
What advantage do GM crops have regarding pests and weather?
What advantage do GM crops have regarding pests and weather?
Resistance to both
What is a key benefit of pest and weather resistance in GM crops?
What is a key benefit of pest and weather resistance in GM crops?
Higher yields
Which vitamin is Golden Rice modified to contain more of?
Which vitamin is Golden Rice modified to contain more of?
Vitamin A
Why are crops engineered to have increased nutritional value?
Why are crops engineered to have increased nutritional value?
Beneficial where diets lack nutrients
What happens to mycoprotein after the fungus is harvested?
What happens to mycoprotein after the fungus is harvested?
It is purified for safe consumption