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Biology and Technology

Kerala Board · Class 10 · Biology

Quick revision notes for Biology and Technology — Kerala Board Class 10 Biology. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering

  • Biotechnology is the use of living organisms or their parts to create products and services beneficial to humans
  • Genetic engineering involves creating desired traits in organisms by combining or deleting genes
  • DNA structure discovery accelerated biotechnology growth
2

Recombinant DNA Technology

  • Combines DNA segments from two or more different organisms to form recombinant DNA
  • Uses restriction endonuclease enzymes (genetic scissors) to cut specific genes
  • Ligase enzymes act as genetic glue to join DNA segments
3

CRISPR Technology

  • Modern technology for precise DNA editing
  • Based on natural bacterial defense mechanism against viruses
  • Uses Cas9 enzyme as molecular scissors to cut DNA
4

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

  • Organisms whose genetic constitution has been altered through genetic engineering
  • Include plants, animals, and microorganisms
  • Plant GMOs: pest resistance (Bt cotton), herbicide resistance (soybean), nutrient enrichment (golden rice)

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