Agricultural Genetic Engineering Quiz
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What is a potential benefit of genetic engineering in agriculture mentioned in the presentation?

  • Increasing the natural biodiversity of crops
  • Reducing the need for chemical pesticides (correct)
  • Accelerating the growth rate of plants
  • Eliminating the need for irrigation

    • What is the primary focus of the agricultural genetic engineering presentation?

  • Enhancing the nutritional content of agricultural products
  • Increasing the efficiency of manual labor in farming
  • Exploring methods for reducing water usage in agriculture
  • Developing crops with improved resistance to pests and diseases (correct)

    • What is a key consideration when implementing genetic engineering in agriculture, as per the presentation?

  • Minimizing the use of organic fertilizers
  • Promoting the uniformity of crop appearance
  • Ensuring minimal impact on non-target organisms (correct)
  • Maximizing the shelf life of genetically modified crops

    • What is a common method used in agricultural genetic engineering?

    <p>CRISPR-Cas9</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential environmental concern associated with genetic engineering in agriculture?

    <p>Disruption of natural ecosystems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can genetic engineering contribute to food security?

    <p>By developing crops with improved resistance to pests and diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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