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Practice Reading: Reading Fill in the Blanks ID: #41139 Biotechnology
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The text below is an excerpt from an educational article on the future of biotechnology. In the text below some words are missing. Drag words from the box below to the appropriate place in the text. To undo an answer choice, drag the word back to the box below the text.
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Biotechnology  is  revolutionising  fields  from  medicine  to  agriculture,  offering  solutions  once  deemed  impossible.  The  synthesis  of  -resistant  crops  has  significantly  reduced  dependency  on  chemical  pesticides,  leading  to  more  sustainable  farming  practices.  In  medicine,  biotechnologists  have  developed    therapies  that  target  disease  at  the  genetic  level,  providing  personalised  treatments.  The  integration  of    systems  in  research  accelerates  the  discovery  of  new  drugs,  making  the  process  more  efficient  and  less  costly.  Additionally,  biotechnological  advancements  in    regeneration  offer  hope  for  patients  with  previously  incurable  conditions.  As  the  industry  evolves,  the  ethical  considerations  of  genome  editing  become  increasingly  important,  raising  debates  on  the  limits  of  science.

gene genome computerised artificial intelligence pest tissue ethical innovative

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Correct answer: pest

Explanation: The word 'pest' serves as an adjective in this context, modifying 'resistant crops.' It fits grammatically as it describes the type of resistance the crops have, which is crucial for understanding the reduction in pesticide dependency.

Meaning: 'Pest' refers to organisms that are harmful to crops, making 'pest-resistant' crops essential for sustainable farming.

Wrong options:

  • ethical: 'Ethical' is an adjective that relates to moral principles, which does not fit the context of describing crops.
  • computerised: 'Computerised' refers to something that is operated by a computer, which is irrelevant to the context of crop resistance.
  • gene: 'Gene' is a noun that does not modify 'crops' appropriately in this context.
  • innovative: 'Innovative' is an adjective that describes something new or creative, but it does not specifically relate to the type of resistance in crops.
  • genome: 'Genome' refers to the complete set of genes in an organism, which does not fit as a descriptor for crops.
  • tissue: 'Tissue' refers to a group of cells, which does not apply to the context of pest resistance.
  • artificial intelligence: 'Artificial intelligence' refers to computer systems that simulate human intelligence, which is unrelated to the description of crops.
Correct answer: gene

Explanation: The term 'gene' fits as a noun that specifies the type of therapies being discussed. It is essential in the context of targeting diseases at the genetic level, aligning with the medical advancements mentioned.

Meaning: 'Gene' refers to the basic unit of heredity in a living organism, crucial for the therapies that modify genetic information.

Wrong options:

  • ethical: 'Ethical' does not relate to the type of therapies and is irrelevant in this medical context.
  • pest: 'Pest' is unrelated to medical therapies and does not fit the context of genetic treatment.
  • computerised: 'Computerised' does not pertain to gene therapies and is not relevant here.
  • innovative: 'Innovative' describes something new but does not specify the type of therapy being discussed.
  • genome: 'Genome' refers to the complete set of genes, which is broader than the specific therapies mentioned.
  • tissue: 'Tissue' refers to a group of cells and does not fit as a type of therapy.
  • artificial intelligence: 'Artificial intelligence' refers to technology and does not relate to the concept of gene therapies.
Correct answer: artificial intelligence

Explanation: The phrase 'artificial intelligence' serves as a noun that describes the systems being integrated into research. It fits grammatically and contextually, as it highlights the technological advancements aiding drug discovery.

Meaning: 'Artificial intelligence' refers to computer systems designed to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, enhancing research efficiency.

Wrong options:

  • ethical: 'Ethical' does not describe a system and is irrelevant in the context of research integration.
  • pest: 'Pest' is unrelated to the context of research systems and does not fit here.
  • computerised: 'Computerised' is an adjective that describes something operated by computers but does not specifically refer to the systems in research.
  • gene: 'Gene' does not relate to systems and is not appropriate in this context.
  • innovative: 'Innovative' describes something new but does not specify the type of systems being discussed.
  • tissue: 'Tissue' refers to a group of cells and does not fit as a descriptor for research systems.
  • genome: 'Genome' refers to the complete set of genes and does not pertain to the systems used in research.
Correct answer: tissue

Explanation: The word 'tissue' fits as a noun that specifies the area of biotechnological advancements being discussed. It is essential in the context of regeneration, which is a key focus in medical biotechnology.

Meaning: 'Tissue' refers to a group of cells that work together to perform a specific function, relevant to the context of regeneration in medicine.

Wrong options:

  • ethical: 'Ethical' does not relate to the specific advancements in biotechnology and is irrelevant in this context.
  • pest: 'Pest' is unrelated to tissue regeneration and does not fit the medical context.
  • computerised: 'Computerised' refers to technology and does not apply to the biological context of tissue.
  • gene: 'Gene' refers to hereditary units but does not specifically relate to tissue regeneration.
  • innovative: 'Innovative' describes something new but does not specify the area of advancement being discussed.
  • genome: 'Genome' refers to the complete set of genes and does not pertain to the concept of tissue regeneration.
  • artificial intelligence: 'Artificial intelligence' refers to technology and does not relate to the biological aspect of tissue regeneration.

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