Which of the following is the most complex level

1) Which of the following is the most complex level of hierarchical abstraction currently recognized by Synthetic Biology Open Language (SBOL)?

a. DNA

b. Part

c. Device

d. System

e. Organism

2) Synthetic biology can be described as:

a. Creation of life based upon silicon

b. Using rational design to produce novel systems

c. Using biological systems to design computer interfaces

d. Using advanced sequencing techniques to create “designer” life

3) Which of the following is not required for the proper use of molecular beacons?

a. Complementarity between the template DNA and the probe sequence

b. Detachment of a separate hybridized probe molecule from the template DNA

c. Illumination of the hybridized beacon to detect fluorescence

d. Proximity-based quenching of the fluorophore prior to beacon hybridization