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Which genetically modified organism used Narcissus pseudonarcissus as a gene donor?
Which genetically modified organism used Narcissus pseudonarcissus as a gene donor?
What is the name of the enzyme used to cut DNA at a specific site?
What is the name of the enzyme used to cut DNA at a specific site?
What is the first commercially grown GM crop granted with a license for human consumption?
What is the first commercially grown GM crop granted with a license for human consumption?
What is NOT a benefit of a transgenic crop?
What is NOT a benefit of a transgenic crop?
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What is the result of modifying the FlavrSavr tomato?
What is the result of modifying the FlavrSavr tomato?
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What makes genetically modified crops different from non-genetically modified crops?
What makes genetically modified crops different from non-genetically modified crops?
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What is the percentage of total area planted to yellow corn that has been planted to Bt corn in the Philippines?
What is the percentage of total area planted to yellow corn that has been planted to Bt corn in the Philippines?
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What is the primary focus of this module?
What is the primary focus of this module?
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What is the main perceived risk factor by farmers in the adoption of Bt corn?
What is the main perceived risk factor by farmers in the adoption of Bt corn?
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What is the approximate percentage increase in yield realized by Bt corn farms?
What is the approximate percentage increase in yield realized by Bt corn farms?
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What is the expected outcome of learners at the end of this module?
What is the expected outcome of learners at the end of this module?
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What is the percentage reduction in insecticide expenditures realized by Bt corn farms?
What is the percentage reduction in insecticide expenditures realized by Bt corn farms?
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What is the primary learning competency of this module?
What is the primary learning competency of this module?
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Which of the following genetically modified organisms used Bacillus thuringiensis as a gene donor?
Which of the following genetically modified organisms used Bacillus thuringiensis as a gene donor?
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What is the additional profit per hectare realized by Bt corn farms?
What is the additional profit per hectare realized by Bt corn farms?
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What is the impact of the Asian corn borer on corn yields in the Philippines?
What is the impact of the Asian corn borer on corn yields in the Philippines?
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What is the precursor of vitamin A found in Golden Rice?
What is the precursor of vitamin A found in Golden Rice?
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What is the importance of Genetically Modified (GM) crops in Agriculture?
What is the importance of Genetically Modified (GM) crops in Agriculture?
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What is the primary function of stem cells in the body?
What is the primary function of stem cells in the body?
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What is the term for a form of therapy that involves inserting corrective genes into a patient's cells to cure a genetic disease?
What is the term for a form of therapy that involves inserting corrective genes into a patient's cells to cure a genetic disease?
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Which type of stem cells are found in small numbers in most adult tissues, such as bone marrow?
Which type of stem cells are found in small numbers in most adult tissues, such as bone marrow?
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What is the primary benefit of Golden Rice?
What is the primary benefit of Golden Rice?
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What is the term for a form of therapy that promotes the repair response of diseased, dysfunctional or injured tissue using stem cells?
What is the term for a form of therapy that promotes the repair response of diseased, dysfunctional or injured tissue using stem cells?
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Which type of stem cells come from embryos that are three to five days old?
Which type of stem cells come from embryos that are three to five days old?
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What is a major goal of modifying plants, animals, and microorganisms through biotechnology in agriculture?
What is a major goal of modifying plants, animals, and microorganisms through biotechnology in agriculture?
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What is a benefit of transgenic crops?
What is a benefit of transgenic crops?
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What is the primary function of the toxin gene from Bacillus thuringiensis in Bt Corn?
What is the primary function of the toxin gene from Bacillus thuringiensis in Bt Corn?
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What is a significant benefit of using GMO cotton?
What is a significant benefit of using GMO cotton?
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What is a common application of biotechnology in agriculture?
What is a common application of biotechnology in agriculture?
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What is a result of the commercialization of Bt Corn?
What is a result of the commercialization of Bt Corn?
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Study Notes
Applications of Biotechnology in Agriculture
- Biotechnology in agriculture involves scientific techniques such as genetically modified organisms, Bt cotton, and pest-resistant plants to modify plants, animals, and microorganisms, improving their agricultural productivity.
- Transgenic crops are developed by placing genes into plants to give them a beneficial trait, resulting in:
- Improved yield from crops
- Reduced vulnerability of crops to environmental stresses
- Increased nutritional qualities of food crops
- Improved taste, texture, or appearance of food
- Reduced dependence on fertilizers, pesticides, and other agrochemicals
- Production of vaccines
Bt Corn and BT Cotton
- Bt Corn was genetically modified with the insertion of toxin gene from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis, making it resistant to the corn borer.
- Commercialization of Bt Corn led to an increase in production.
- BT Cotton, which accounts for half of the cotton grown worldwide, was genetically modified to resist pests and pesticides.
- GMO cotton provides a reliable source of cotton for the textile industry and is used to make cottonseed oil, used in packaged foods and restaurants for frying.
Genetically Modified Organisms
- Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms with foreign genes incorporated into their genome.
- Examples of GMOs include Bt Corn and BT Cotton.
Recombinant DNA Technology
- This module is designed to help learners master the steps in Recombinant DNA Technology, which is used to create genetically modified organisms.
- The module covers the application of biotechnology in agriculture, including the characteristics of genetically modified crops, their advantages and disadvantages, and their importance in the field of agriculture.
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Learn about the impact of the Asian corn borer on corn yields in the Philippines and the introduction of Bt corn as a solution. Test your knowledge on the effects of this pest and the adoption of transgenic corn varieties.
