Chapter 4 Science and Technology in the Philippines

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Which government agency is responsible for the advancement of botany and biology research in the Philippines?

Department of Science and Technology (DOST) (correct)

Philippine Volcanology and Seismology (PHILVOLCS)

Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD)

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

What is the main focus of projects to study and preserve the biodiversity in the Philippines?

Lignocellulosic biomass

Medicinal plants and aquatic resources

Amphibians and reptiles

Coral reefs and marine biodiversity (correct)

What did Gomez pioneer in his efforts to protect the Philippines' marine resources?

Advancing research on medicinal plants and aquatic resources

Breeding giant clams (tridacna gigas) and the reproduction of marine invertebrates (correct)

Studying and preserving the diversity of amphibians and reptiles

Protecting coral reefs at the national level

What was the main driver for the passage of the Philippines' Biofuel Act of 2006?

The increase in gasoline demand in the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the extensive study of lignocellulosic biomass in the Philippines?

Its abundance in the country Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Philippines' Biofuel Act of 2006?

To mandate an increase in the minimum bioethanol blend in gasoline Signup and view all the answers

Who is known as the 'Father of Philippine Pharmacy'?

Dr. Leon Ma Guerrero Signup and view all the answers

Which individual experimented on medicinal plants to substitute for synthetic drugs?

Dr. Leon Ma Guerrero Signup and view all the answers

What area does the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) manage advancements in?

Metal Industry, Nuclear Research, Agriculture, Health, etc. Signup and view all the answers

Which publication is associated with Dr. Trinidad Pardo de Tavera?

Pott’s disease Signup and view all the answers

In which field did Dr. Leon Ma Guerrero make significant contributions?

Botany and Biology Signup and view all the answers

What did the pre-colonial Philippines engage in according to the text?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the National Engineering Center and the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers in the Philippines?

Conducting research on traffic studies and road safety Signup and view all the answers

Why is research on the nature of food considered important in the Philippines?

To resolve malnutrition and undernutrition issues Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for supervising disease prevention and led medical services during the 2020 fight against Covid-19 in the Philippines?

Department of Health (DOH) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the initiatives and modern techniques in aquaculture agriculture in the Philippines?

To improve farming techniques related to land cultivation Signup and view all the answers

Which area of study was NOT a focus of the mentioned organizations in the Philippines?

Advancements in the mango industry Signup and view all the answers

How did the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI) contribute to food science in the Philippines?

Conducted research on ideal diets for Filipinos Signup and view all the answers