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The applications of Biotechnology includ...

The applications of Biotechnology include,
(A) Therapeutics (B) Diagnostics (C) GM crops for agriculture (D) Processed food (E) Bioremediation (F) Waste treatment (G) Energy production

A

A,B,C,E only

B

C only

C

B,C,D,E only

D

All of these

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To solve the question regarding the applications of Biotechnology, we need to analyze each option provided and determine whether it falls under the umbrella of biotechnology applications. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Biotechnology**: - Biotechnology is the branch of science that involves using living organisms or their components to develop products and technologies that improve our lives and the health of our planet. 2. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **(A) Therapeutics**: This involves the use of biotechnology in developing treatments and therapies for diseases, including gene therapy and monoclonal antibodies. **(Included)** - **(B) Diagnostics**: Biotechnology plays a crucial role in developing diagnostic tools and tests, such as PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay). **(Included)** - **(C) GM crops for agriculture**: Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are a significant application of biotechnology in agriculture, enhancing crop yield and resistance to pests. **(Included)** - **(D) Processed food**: Biotechnology is used in food processing, such as fermentation and preservation techniques, which improve food quality and shelf life. **(Included)** - **(E) Bioremediation**: This is the use of microorganisms to clean up contaminated environments, such as oil spills or heavy metal pollution. **(Included)** - **(F) Waste treatment**: Biotechnology is applied in the treatment of wastewater using biological processes, which is essential for environmental management. **(Included)** - **(G) Energy production**: Biotechnology contributes to energy production through biofuels, which are derived from biological materials. **(Included)** 3. **Conclusion**: - Since all the options (A to G) are applications of biotechnology, the correct answer is **all of these**. ### Final Answer: - All of these (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) are applications of biotechnology. ---
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