Which Activity Is an Example of Biotechnology

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which activity is an example of biotechnology?

• A)bacteria in the soil secreting an antibiotic to kill competitors
• B)a microbiologist using the microscope to study bacteria
• C)humans using yeast to make beer and wine
• D)Mycobacteria tuberculosis in the lungs causing tuberculosis
• E)public health officials monitoring diseases in a community

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Definitions:

Premature Ventricular Contractions

Early heartbeats originating from the ventricles of the heart, experienced as a palpitation.

Tricuspid Valve

A valve in the heart between the right atrium and right ventricle that prevents backflow of blood during ventricular contraction.

Mitral Valve

A valve in the heart that lies between the left atrium and left ventricle, ensuring one-directional blood flow within the heart.

Atria Contracting

The phase of the cardiac cycle where the atria of the heart contract to move blood into the ventricles.