The Impact of Science on Society

Microbial biotechnology (white) - Utilizes microorganisms to produce products or processes, such as enzymes, antibiotics, and biofuels.
Medical biotechnology (red) - Focuses on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases using biological systems, involving advanced therapies and genetic engineering.
Agricultural biotechnology (green) - Involves modifying plants and animals for improved traits, such as pest resistance and increased yield.

• Plant tissue culture: A technique to grow plants from cells in a controlled environment, leading to mass production of disease-free plants.

• Animal cloning: The process of creating a genetically identical organism, raising ethical considerations regarding the welfare of cloned animals.

• Genetic engineering: A method used across all three types of biotechnology, involving the direct manipulation of an organism's DNA to alter its characteristics.