Model Organisms
What is the scientific name for rats?
r.norvegicus
What is Histology?
The microscopic branch of biology and medicine that studies the microscopic structure of tissues.
What plant did we clone this year?
African Violet
What are the requirements for a BSL 1?
Organisms can be worked with on the benchtops. Not associated with disease in healthy humans. Needs a sink for handwashing and doors to separate workspaces.
How big is the biggest jellyfish in the world?
150ft including their tentacles
What makes a good model organism?
Quick reproduction, low maintenance cost, known genetics, and traits similar to humans.
What is the hierarchical structure in histology?
Cells - > Tissues - > Organs - > System - > Function
What is Grafting?
Combining two different species or cultivars of plants; combining genetic data.
What is the use for a Biosafety hood?
Provides protection to the environment product or operator
How big are baby kangaroos?
The size of a jellybean (1.5cm)
How often do drosophila need new food.
Every 10 to 14 days.
What are the major tissue types?
Epithelial Connective Muscle and Nervous Tissues
What is the difference between In Vivo and In Vitro.
In Vivo: Experiments or research conducted within an organism.
In Vitro: Experiments or research conducted outside of the organism.
What are the different class levels that exist in a Bio Safety Cabinet?
Class I, Class II, Class III
How long can a sloth hold their breath?
40 minutes and they can swim 3x faster then they can walk
How are model organism used for disease research?
It is used to determine toxicity or side effects of drugs during development and helps identify genes associated with rare diseases.
What are the steps in preparing a tissue?
Fixation Dehydration Embedding Sectioning and Antigen retrieval
What is plant cloning used for?
Maintaining germplasm, creating plant stocks for sale, and creating materials for genetic modification.
What BSL is biotech?
BSL 2
What are groups of monkeys called?
Troops, Tribes, Barrels or Missions
What is the ideal temperature for yeast.
41-46 degree Celsius.
What are the main stains?
Hematoxylin, Eosin, Methylene Blue, Giemsa Stain, Iodine, Safranine.
Cytokinin, Auxins, and Gibberellins
What are the requirements for a BSL 4?
Organisms have serious health effects and treatments are not available. You have to change clothes before entering lab, shower when exiting, full body air supplied positive pressure suit, lab in a separate building, dedicated supply and exhaust air.
What is the heaviest Sea Turtle?
A leatherback sea turtle weighing 500-2,000 pounds