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What is the definition of environmental biotechnology according to the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?

  • The use of biological systems for remediation of contaminated environments and environment-friendly processes (correct)
  • The development and regulation of renewable energy and sustainable development
  • The study of natural environments
  • The exploitation of biological processes for commercial uses

    • How is environmental biotechnology described in terms of the optimal use of nature?

  • Harnessing bacteria and fungi to produce renewable energy and nutrients
  • Utilizing a synergistic integrated cycle of profit-making processes with no waste (correct)
  • Applying algae to achieve sustainable development goals
  • Using only plants and animals for renewable energy production

    • What role has environmental biotechnology been shown to play in agroecology?

  • Implementing intensive chemical pesticide applications
  • Zero waste agriculture and operation of biogas digesters (correct)
  • Eliminating the need for farming systems and technology
  • Promoting large-scale industrial farming techniques

    • What has the IAASTD called for in relation to achieving food security, climate change mitigation, and the Millennium Development Goals?

    <p>Advancement of small-scale agro-ecological farming systems and technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what areas does environmental biotechnology aim to remediate contaminated environments according to the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?

    <p>Land, water, and air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of environmental biotechnology?

    <p>Remediating contaminated environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is environmental biotechnology defined by the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?

    <p>The use and regulation of biological systems for environmental remediation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does environmental biotechnology contribute to agroecology?

    <p>Through the operation of over 15 million biogas digesters worldwide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the IAASTD advocate for in relation to farming systems and technology?

    <p>Promotion of small-scale agro-ecological farming systems and technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does environmental biotechnology contribute to achieving food security and climate change mitigation?

    <p>Through the operation of over 15 million biogas digesters worldwide</p> Signup and view all the answers

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