Genetically Modified (GM) Plants

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What is the main concern related to genetically modified crops and wild relatives?

Reduced competition

Enhanced natural ecosystems

Increased biodiversity

Creation of invasive species (correct)

What could lead to biodiversity issues related to GMOs?

GMOs outcompeting Non-GMO species (correct)

Non-GMO species outcompeting GMOs

Increased traditional crop varieties

Use of GMOs leading to wider variety of crops

What is a potential unintended consequence of genetic modifications in crops?

Reducing environmental impact

Producing allergens or toxins (correct)

Enhancing nutritional value

Improving crop yield

What is a health concern related to consuming GMOs?

Potential long-term health effects Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the hydroponics method of growing plants?

Plants getting nutrients from a mineral solution Signup and view all the answers

What are GM plants?

Plants that have undergone intentional alteration of their genetic material through genetic engineering techniques Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of engineering Bt cotton?

To produce a protein toxic to certain insect pests Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of engineering Golden Rice?

To address vitamin A deficiency Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Flavr Savr tomato engineered?

To have a longer shelf life by suppressing the gene responsible for softening and decay Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of cry proteins in Bt crops?

Exhibit toxicity towards insects Signup and view all the answers

Genetically Modified (GM) Plants

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What is the main concern related to genetically modified crops and wild relatives?

What could lead to biodiversity issues related to GMOs?

What is a potential unintended consequence of genetic modifications in crops?

What is a health concern related to consuming GMOs?

What is a characteristic of the hydroponics method of growing plants?

What are GM plants?

What is the purpose of engineering Bt cotton?

What is the main goal of engineering Golden Rice?

Why was the Flavr Savr tomato engineered?

What is the function of cry proteins in Bt crops?

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