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What is the primary purpose of genetically modifying plants?
What is the primary purpose of genetically modifying plants?
- To increase the yield of crops
- To introduce specific traits that do not naturally occur (correct)
- To reduce the need for water in agriculture
- To decrease the shelf life of fruits and vegetables
Which of the following statements best describes Bt cotton?
Which of the following statements best describes Bt cotton?
- It is designed to be more sensitive to water availability
- It produces a protein toxic to certain insect pests (correct)
- It is engineered to increase resistance to herbicides
- It has a shorter growth period than traditional cotton
What is the purpose of Golden rice?
What is the purpose of Golden rice?
- To produce higher levels of beta-carotene for insect resistance
- To address vitamin A deficiency (correct)
- To increase the shelf life of rice grains
- To reduce the need for fertilizers in rice cultivation
What was the main modification in the Flavr Savr tomato?
What was the main modification in the Flavr Savr tomato?
Which of the following accurately represents concerns associated with GMOs?
Which of the following accurately represents concerns associated with GMOs?
What is the purpose of engineering Bt brinjal (eggplant)?
What is the purpose of engineering Bt brinjal (eggplant)?
What is the main concern related to genetically modified crops and wild relatives?
What is the main concern related to genetically modified crops and wild relatives?
Why is there a fear of biodiversity loss due to GMOs?
Why is there a fear of biodiversity loss due to GMOs?
What is a possible unintended consequence of genetic modifications?
What is a possible unintended consequence of genetic modifications?
Why are some people concerned about consuming GMOs?
Why are some people concerned about consuming GMOs?
What is the suggested way forward regarding GMOs?
What is the suggested way forward regarding GMOs?
Which method of growing plants is suitable for greens and herbs without using soil?
Which method of growing plants is suitable for greens and herbs without using soil?
In which method are the roots of plants sprayed with water and nutrient solution?
In which method are the roots of plants sprayed with water and nutrient solution?
How does aeroponics differ from hydroponics?
How does aeroponics differ from hydroponics?
In aquaponics, what is absent compared to hydroponics?
In aquaponics, what is absent compared to hydroponics?
What is the main feature of the aquaponics method?
What is the main feature of the aquaponics method?
