Biotechnology and its Applications — Important Questions

Therapeutics, Diagnostics, Genetically modified crops, Waste treatment

Biotechnology has multiple applications including therapeutics, diagnostics, GM crops for agriculture, processed food, bioremediation, waste treatment, and energy production.

Tolerance to abiotic stresses, Reduced reliance on pesticides, Enhanced nutritional value, Reduced post-harvest losses

GM crops provide multiple benefits including stress tolerance, pest resistance, better nutrition, and reduced losses, while helping reduce environmental harm from chemicals.

Insertion of genes into cells to treat diseases

Gene therapy involves inserting genes into a person's cells and tissues to treat diseases, especially hereditary diseases, by replacing defective genes.

PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)

PCR can detect very low concentrations of bacteria or viruses by amplifying their nucleic acids, enabling early detection before disease symptoms appear.