How is biotechnology defined?
a. the study of technical biology
b. the use of biology to control technological processes as a means of meeting societal needs
c. the use of technology to control biological processes as a means of meeting societal needs
d. the technological process of cloning genes
e. the commercialization of biological research results
Adv.
The word biotechnology has been derived from two words, ‘bio’ and ‘technology.’ Technology can be defined as implementation of technical knowledge or scientific proficiency to create new methods, which is required for upliftment of science. The word, ‘bio’ refers to biological processes. The functions, which take place in living organisms, are called biological processes. Hence, the technology, which is used to control biological processes in order to meet the needs of society, is called biotechnology.
Hence, the correct option is (c).