Enviro L2 Flashcards
(14 cards)
What is Environmental Biotechnology?
A field that deals with the application of biological processes to protect and restore the quality of the environment.
Why is Environmental Biotechnology important?
It addresses ecological problems using biological systems, ensuring clean air, water, food, and sustainable energy.
What are the goals of Environmental Biotechnology?
To provide clean air, clean water, clean food, and sustainable fuels that do not produce toxic materials.
How does Environmental Biotechnology solve problems?
By using living systems instead of physical and chemical means for eco-friendly solutions.
What are the two main approaches in Environmental Biotechnology?
- Enhancing natural processes for efficiency. 2. Genetic modification of organisms for desired outcomes.
What is bioremediation?
The use of living organisms, such as microbes and bacteria, to clean up contaminated environments.
What are biofuels?
Fuels produced from renewable biological resources.
What is biogas?
Gas produced from the anaerobic digestion or fermentation of organic matter including plant and animal waste.
What are surfactants?
Compounds that lower the surface tension between two liquids, between a gas and a liquid, or between a liquid and a solid.
How does Environmental Biotechnology improve manufacturing processes?
By creating processes that do not produce toxic byproducts, such as producing eco-friendly fuels.
What role do microorganisms play in waste management?
They can efficiently recycle waste, producing useful products like bioethanol and biomethane.
How can Environmental Biotechnology address pollution?
By using living systems and enzymes to degrade pollutants in an eco-friendly manner.
What is the future scope of Environmental Biotechnology?
Includes CRISPR-edited microbes, algae-based solutions, nanobiotechnology, and circular economy practices.
How does Environmental Biotechnology compare to Medical Biotechnology?
Environmental Biotechnology focuses on pollution control and sustainable practices, while Medical Biotechnology focuses on curing diseases.
