Which branch of biology is related to biotechnology?
A
Bioengineering
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B
Biochemistry
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C
Biomathematics
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D
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is B Bioengineering
The exploitation of biological processes for industrial and other purposes, especially the genetic manipulation of microorganisms for the production of antibiotics, hormones, etc. is called as biotechnology.
And bioengineering is the use of artificial tissues, organs, or organ components to replace damaged or absent body parts. It is also called genetic engineering because it is done using manipulation of genetic material of an organism. It is used for purpose of plastic surgery, organ replacement, replacing damaged skin, etc.
Hence option A "bioengineering" is the correct option.