10 Interesting Fact About The science of biotechnology

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• Biotechnology is the study of how technology can be used to manipulate living things, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms, for certain purposes.
• Biotechnology has been used since thousands of years ago to make food and drinks, such as bread, beer, and cheese.
• Biotechnology research has produced various types of drugs used to treat various diseases, such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, and diabetes.
• Biotechnology has also been used to produce alternative fuels, such as bioethanol and biodiesel, which are environmentally friendly.
• In agriculture, biotechnology has been used to produce plants that are more resistant to pests and diseases, and are more productive.
• Biotechnology can also be used to produce chemicals, such as plastic, using microorganisms as raw materials.
• Biotechnology research has produced DNA fingerprinting technology, which is used to identify perpetrators of crime and solve criminal cases.
• In the field of environment, biotechnology has been used to clean waste and pollutants from the soil and water using microorganisms that can decipher hazardous chemicals.
• Biotechnology has also been used in food production, such as the use of enzymes in making cheese and beer.
• In the field of medicine, Biotechnology has been used to make artificial organs, such as artificial hearts, which can be used for transplants.