Genetic Engineering and Plant Breeding Quiz
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What is the main advantage of genetic engineering (GE) mentioned in the text?

  • Decreased control over desired traits
  • Increased need for pesticides
  • Limited options for gene selection
  • Reduced crop damage (correct)
  • What term is used to describe plants into which genes from another organism have been incorporated?

  • Transgenic plants (correct)
  • Selectively bred plants
  • Altered plants
  • Hybrid plants
  • Which of the following is NOT an area where plants have been improved using genetic engineering?

  • Susceptible to herbicides (correct)
  • Capable of withstanding drought
  • Improved storage properties
  • Resistant to diseases and insects
  • What is the primary purpose of genetic engineering in plants?

    <p>To deliberately change the DNA of organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does genetic engineering help reduce spoilage losses in fruits and vegetables?

    <p>By improving nutritional properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is traditional breeding considered time-consuming to produce better hybrids?

    <p>Because it takes many years and results are hard to predict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the possible advantages of genetic engineering mentioned in the text regarding soybeans?

    <p>Improved tolerance to salty soils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do genetically engineered cotton plants produce poison that kills caterpillars?

    <p>To target insects that feed on the plant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant limitation of traditional breeding methods in terms of genetic material?

    <p>The genetic material is limited to a specific species only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do farmers and plant breeders contribute to genetic engineering over thousands of years?

    <p>By selectively breeding plants with desired traits for generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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