Genetically Modified Organisms: Science, Health, and Politics

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What are the three major factors that could affect the yield of crops?

  • Disease, soil type, and water availability
  • Insects, weeds, and weather (correct)
  • Fertilizer type, sunlight, and temperature
  • Pesticides, soil pH, and humidity

What is the term used for an organism created through genetic engineering?

  • Biologically Altered Organism (BAO)
  • Man-made Genetic Organism (MGO)
  • Artificially Enhanced Organism (AEO)
  • Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) (correct)

What is the main focus of the lesson regarding genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?

  • Investigating cultural perceptions of GMOs
  • Identifying issues and discussing implications of GMOs (correct)
  • Analyzing economic benefits of GMOs
  • Exploring historical uses of GMOs

What does GMO stand for?

<p>Genetically Modified Organism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How have scientists addressed the problems faced by farmers?

<p>By developing a technology that modifies organisms genetically (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Factors Affecting Crop Yield

  • Three major factors that can affect crop yield are: weather conditions, soil quality, and pest/disease infestations

Genetic Engineering

  • An organism created through genetic engineering is called a genetically modified organism (GMO)
  • GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism

Focus of the Lesson

  • The main focus of the lesson is on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their role in addressing agricultural challenges

Solutions for Farmers

  • Scientists have addressed the problems faced by farmers through genetic engineering, creating GMOs to improve crop yields and resistance to pests and diseases

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