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The term biotechnology was given in 1919 by (A) Arber (B) Nathans (C) Karl Ereky (D) Kornberg

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Arber

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Nathans

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Karl Ereky

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Kornberg

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To solve the question regarding who coined the term "biotechnology" in 1919, follow these steps: 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for the individual who first used the term "biotechnology" in the year 1919. 2. **Analyze the Options**: The options provided are: - (A) Arber - (B) Nathans - (C) Karl Ereky - (D) Kornberg 3. **Recall Relevant Information**: From your studies or knowledge, recall that biotechnology is a field that combines biology and technology, often involving the use of living organisms to develop products or processes. 4. **Identify the Correct Answer**: Based on historical context, the term "biotechnology" was indeed first introduced by Karl Ereky in 1919. 5. **Select the Answer**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is (C) Karl Ereky. ### Final Answer: (C) Karl Ereky
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