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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question
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Genetically engineered E. coli and yeast are used to produce therapeutic proteins like insulin, growth hormone, and interferons. What is the primary purpose of these proteins?
Options
A To create new types of antibiotics.
B To treat human disease.
Correct Answer
C To act as probiotics for digestion.
D To improve soil fertility.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 6, under 'Therapeutic Proteins', explains that these proteins are produced 'for treating human disease'.

Hint

Consider the overall context of 'Therapeutic Proteins' and what 'therapeutic' implies.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Role and Applications of Microorganisms
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 499 of 984
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