Science and Technology - Biotechnology (9)

With reference to xenotransplantation, consider the following statements:

1)     Xenotransplantation involves the transplantation, implantation of live cells into a human recipient from a non-human animal source.

2)     Xenotransplantation, if found compatible in the long run, could help provide an alternative supply of organs to those with life-threatening diseases.

3)     Patients undergoing Xenotransplantation do not need  Immunosuppressants drugs.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following gene bank facilities are part of 'National Gene Bank'?

1) Field Genebank

2) Cryo Genebank

3) Seed Genebank

4) In Vitro Genebank

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With reference to administration of Genetically Modified (GM) crops in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1) Presently, no GM crop is permitted for cultivation in India.

2) Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is the nodal agency for approval of proposals relating to release of these crops into the environment.

3) Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 governs the regulatory system for these crops.

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With reference to the Three Parent Baby, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1) The baby will have an equal proportion of DNA from the father, mother and donor.

2) It is developed to avoid transmission of the genetic disorder from the mother to child.

3) Mitochondria and Nucleus are the only organelle to hold genetic information.

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Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and Ribonucleic acid (RNA)?

1) Self replication property is exhibited by DNA but not by RNA. 

2) Both DNA and RNA can be found in the nucleus of a cell.

3) While DNA transmits the genetic code that is necessary for the protein creation, transmission of genetic information is done by RNA.

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