Iph 2302: Food Biotechnology And Biosafety Question Paper
Iph 2302: Food Biotechnology And Biosafety
Course:Bachelor Of Science In Public Health
Institution: Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2012
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
OF
AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
University Examinations 2012/2013
END OF SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR DEGREE IN BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PUBLIC HEALTH
IPH 2302: FOOD BIOTECHNOLOGY AND BIOSAFETY
DATE: AUGUST 2012 TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN SECTION A AND ANY ONE QUESTION IN SECTION B
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SECTION A
1. Explain the following terms
1. Restriction enzymes (3 mks)
2. Recombinant DNA molecule (3 mks)
2. Define and explain the characteristics of an operon. (6 mks)
3. Describe the composition and structure of a DNA molecule. (6 mks)
4. Explain the characteristics of gene cloning vectors. (6 mks)
5. Explain the ethical considerations in modern biotechnology applications. (6 mks)
6. List and explain the reasons for the wide application of microorganisms in food biotechnology processes. (6 mks)
7. Explain application s of recombinant DNA technology in environmental protection. (6 mks)
8. Define the term mutagenesis and explain different types of mutation.
(6 mks)
SECTION B
9. Giving specific examples, discuss the applications of modern biotechnology in food processing and in agricultural production. (22 mks)
10. Discuss the risk assessment strategy for foods from GMO. (22 mks)
11(a) Discuss safety and health issues associated with modern biotechnology.
(12 mks)
(b) Explain briefly the process of gene cloning. (10 mks)
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