The Field of Biological Research in Which Biologists Are Attempting

question 60

Multiple Choice

The field of biological research in which biologists are attempting to create a living cell in the laboratory, essentially from scratch is known as __________. More modestly, this branch of biology also has a goal of developing novel life forms, beginning with existing organisms, that have a unique value in medicine, industry or in cleaning up the environment.

• A)megalomaniacal biology
• B)synthetic biology
• C)production-grade biology
• D)industrial biology
• E)pharmaceutical biology

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