RPSC RAS · Science, Technology and Environment
Genetic engineering, vaccines, GM crops, IVF, stem cells.
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Q1 · Biotechnology and health · EASY
In the context of vaccines, what is the primary difference between a live attenuated vaccine and an inactivated vaccine?
Q2 · Biotechnology and health · MEDIUM
Bt cotton is an example of a genetically modified crop that has been engineered to resist pest attacks. The 'Bt' gene inserted into cotton plants is derived from which organism?
Q3 · Biotechnology and health · MEDIUM
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is an assisted reproductive technology. Which of the following statements about IVF is correct?
Q4 · Biotechnology and health · MEDIUM
Stem cells are undifferentiated cells capable of developing into specialized cell types. Which type of stem cell has the greatest differentiation potential and can give rise to any cell type in the human body?
Q5 · Biotechnology and health · HARD
The CRISPR-Cas9 system is a revolutionary gene-editing technology. Which of the following best describes how this system works?