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ICSE Class 11 Biotechnology

ICSE Class 11 Biotechnology

Comprehensive Mock test on Sociology, covering social structures, theories, cultural dynamics, and their real-world applications.

2025-07-19
Pavan Pavan
ICSE Class 11 Biotechnology Grade 11

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is the definition of Biotechnology?

A
The use of biological organisms, systems, or processes in industrial applications
B
The study of plant growth and development
C
The use of artificial intelligence to manipulate biological data
D
The genetic modification of plants for agricultural purposes

Which of the following is considered one of the earliest forms of Biotechnology?

A
Fermentation to produce beer and wine
B
DNA sequencing
C
Gene editing
D
CRISPR technology

What role did the 'kitchen' play in the history of Biotechnology?

A
It was the first laboratory where fermentation was practiced to produce food and drinks like curd, beer, and wine.
B
It was the site of early experiments in gene cloning
C
It served as a center for plant tissue culture research
D
It was used for testing medical treatments on human cells

Which of the following microorganisms is primarily involved in the fermentation process to produce beer?

A
Yeast
B
Bacteria
C
Fungi
D
Viruses

Which of the following microorganisms is responsible for the production of curd?

A
Lactic acid bacteria
B
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
C
Aspergillus niger
D
Escherichia coli

What is the importance of using microorganisms in traditional biotechnological processes?

A
They help in the production of food, beverages, and medicines
B
They provide the raw materials for synthetic chemicals
C
They generate electrical energy
D
They are used in waste management only

Which traditional biotechnology process was used to produce alcohol in ancient times?

A
Fermentation
B
Distillation
C
Pasteurization
D
Filtration

What is the primary goal of modern Biotechnology?

A
To improve the quality of life through genetic modification and industrial processes
B
To understand plant and animal evolution
C
To discover new species of microorganisms
D
To prevent the spread of disease by studying human genetics

Which of the following is a key application of Biotechnology in modern medicine?

A
Production of insulin and vaccines using recombinant DNA technology
B
Studying plant growth for agricultural improvement
C
Producing biofuels from algae
D
Designing new pesticides

Which of the following traditional products is the result of biotechnology processes involving microorganisms?

A
Bread
B
Synthetic rubber
C
Plastic
D
Metals

Which of the following is a causative microorganism in the production of wine?

A
Yeast
B
Bacteria
C
Fungi
D
Viruses

Which branch of biotechnology involves the manipulation of genes for therapeutic purposes?

A
Genetic Engineering
B
Fermentation
C
Bioprocessing
D
Bioremediation

What was the significant contribution of Louis Pasteur to Biotechnology?

A
Development of pasteurization and understanding of fermentation
B
Development of the microscope
C
Discovery of DNA structure
D
Development of the theory of evolution

Which of the following is a traditional biotechnological product that involves microbial fermentation?

A
Cheese
B
Biofuels
C
Synthetic fibers
D
Polymers

What is the role of microorganisms in the traditional production of curd?

A
They ferment lactose to produce lactic acid, which turns milk into curd
B
They convert proteins in milk into curd
C
They produce a type of enzyme that thickens the milk
D
They purify the milk

What is the primary difference between traditional biotechnology and modern biotechnology?

A
Modern biotechnology uses genetic engineering and molecular biology techniques, while traditional biotechnology relies on natural processes
B
Modern biotechnology only involves fermentation, while traditional biotechnology uses molecular biology
C
There is no difference between traditional and modern biotechnology
D
Traditional biotechnology uses synthetic chemicals, while modern biotechnology uses natural processes

What is the scientific reason behind the curd formation during the fermentation process?

A
Lactic acid bacteria ferment lactose to produce lactic acid, which curdles the milk proteins
B
Yeast ferments lactose into alcohol, which curdles the milk proteins
C
Bacteria produce carbon dioxide, which thickens the milk
D
Fungi secrete enzymes that break down milk proteins

Which of the following biotechnological products involves the use of bacteria to break down organic waste?

A
Bioremediation
B
Fermentation
C
Biopolymers
D
Antibiotics

Which of the following microorganisms is used in the production of alcoholic beverages like wine and beer?

A
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
B
Escherichia coli
C
Aspergillus niger
D
Lactobacillus acidophilus

What is the purpose of biotechnology in the agricultural industry?

A
To develop genetically modified crops with enhanced traits
B
To develop synthetic fertilizers and pesticides
C
To create biofuels
D
To genetically engineer animals

What is the main contribution of fermentation to biotechnology?

A
It is used to produce food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals
B
It is used for producing chemical compounds like plastics
C
It helps in cleaning polluted environments
D
It is used to synthesize genetically engineered organisms

Which of the following is an example of a traditional biotechnological application that involves microorganisms?

A
Fermentation of food and beverages
B
Genetic modification of plants
C
Production of synthetic chemicals
D
Development of biofuels

Which of the following is an example of a biotechnological product obtained from fermentation?

A
Antibiotics
B
Plastic
C
Metal alloys
D
Biogas

Which microorganism is responsible for the fermentation process used in making bread?

A
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
B
Lactobacillus
C
Clostridium
D
Streptococcus

Which of the following is the main causative microorganism for the fermentation of grapes into wine?

A
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
B
Aspergillus niger
C
Escherichia coli
D
Lactobacillus acidophilus

What is the main advantage of using microorganisms in biotechnological processes?

A
They can rapidly reproduce and efficiently carry out biochemical reactions
B
They are always non-toxic to humans
C
They are easily customizable for large-scale production
D
They can be used to produce synthetic plastics

Which of the following best describes the role of Biotechnology in food production?

A
It helps in improving the nutritional value and preservation of food
B
It is only used to manufacture food additives
C
It is only concerned with genetic modification of crops
D
It is used to synthesize artificial sweeteners

What is the main objective of using biotechnology in agriculture?

A
To create genetically modified crops with improved traits such as resistance to pests
B
To develop natural pesticides
C
To grow crops without any water
D
To study the effects of pollution on crops

Which of the following is an example of biotechnology used in environmental management?

A
Bioremediation using microorganisms to clean up oil spills
B
Genetic modification of crops
C
Production of biofuels
D
Production of synthetic chemicals

What is the main goal of using biotechnology in the pharmaceutical industry?

A
To produce therapeutic drugs using microorganisms
B
To manufacture synthetic antibiotics
C
To create new pesticides
D
To develop artificial organs