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What percentage of corn grown in the United States in 2015 was produced from seed varieties developed through genetic modification technologies?
What percentage of corn grown in the United States in 2015 was produced from seed varieties developed through genetic modification technologies?
- 79%
- 99%
- 95%
- 89% (correct)
What has been the trend in the use of insecticides as the use of genetically engineered crops has risen?
What has been the trend in the use of insecticides as the use of genetically engineered crops has risen?
- Varied depending on the region
- Increased significantly
- Remained the same
- Decreased (correct)
What is the stance of many science organizations, including the World Health Organization, on genetically modified crops?
What is the stance of many science organizations, including the World Health Organization, on genetically modified crops?
- They are only safe in certain regions
- They are safe for consumption (correct)
- They have unknown effects
- They are unsafe for consumption
What is the perception of many consumers regarding non-GM foods?
What is the perception of many consumers regarding non-GM foods?
What has been the trend in the use of herbicides as the use of genetically engineered crops has risen?
What has been the trend in the use of herbicides as the use of genetically engineered crops has risen?
What is the primary goal of selective breeding in crop domestication?
What is the primary goal of selective breeding in crop domestication?
What is the definition of a Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization?
What is the definition of a Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization?
What is the primary benefit of herbicide tolerance in genetically engineered crops?
What is the primary benefit of herbicide tolerance in genetically engineered crops?
What is the purpose of the protein Cry in genetically modified crops?
What is the purpose of the protein Cry in genetically modified crops?
What is the primary goal of disease resistance in genetically engineered crops?
What is the primary goal of disease resistance in genetically engineered crops?
What is the benefit of drought tolerance in genetically engineered crops?
What is the benefit of drought tolerance in genetically engineered crops?
Why must crops be harvested before they are ripe to increase their shelf life?
Why must crops be harvested before they are ripe to increase their shelf life?
Study Notes
Genetic Modification in Corn Production
- In 2015, 89% of corn grown in the United States came from genetically modified seed varieties.
- Genetic modification technologies led to a decrease in insecticide use as genetically engineered crops became more widespread.
- Conversely, the increased use of genetically engineered crops resulted in a rise in herbicide use.
Safety of Genetically Modified Crops
- Multiple science organizations, including the World Health Organization, deem genetically modified crops safe for human consumption.
- Despite scientific evidence supporting the safety of GM foods, many consumers remain skeptical and believe non-GM foods are healthier.
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Learn about the impact of genetically modified crops on agriculture, including their effects on pesticide use and safety for consumption.
