The Earliest Examples of Biotechnology Included The

Question

The earliest examples of biotechnology included the
A) use of genetic markers to learn more about genetic inheritance.
B) careful examination of patterns of bacterial inheritance.
C) use of selective breeding to provide better, more nutritious food.
D) study and treatment of genetic diseases in people.

Accepted Answer

Selective breeding is one of the earliest forms of biotechnology, where humans have historically chosen specific plants or animals to breed in order to enhance desirable traits, such as better yield or nutritional value.