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What is the main advantage of genetic engineering (GE) mentioned in the text?
What is the main advantage of genetic engineering (GE) mentioned in the text?
What term is used to describe plants into which genes from another organism have been incorporated?
What term is used to describe plants into which genes from another organism have been incorporated?
Which of the following is NOT an area where plants have been improved using genetic engineering?
Which of the following is NOT an area where plants have been improved using genetic engineering?
What is the primary purpose of genetic engineering in plants?
What is the primary purpose of genetic engineering in plants?
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How does genetic engineering help reduce spoilage losses in fruits and vegetables?
How does genetic engineering help reduce spoilage losses in fruits and vegetables?
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Why is traditional breeding considered time-consuming to produce better hybrids?
Why is traditional breeding considered time-consuming to produce better hybrids?
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What is one of the possible advantages of genetic engineering mentioned in the text regarding soybeans?
What is one of the possible advantages of genetic engineering mentioned in the text regarding soybeans?
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Why do genetically engineered cotton plants produce poison that kills caterpillars?
Why do genetically engineered cotton plants produce poison that kills caterpillars?
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What is a significant limitation of traditional breeding methods in terms of genetic material?
What is a significant limitation of traditional breeding methods in terms of genetic material?
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How do farmers and plant breeders contribute to genetic engineering over thousands of years?
How do farmers and plant breeders contribute to genetic engineering over thousands of years?
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