Global Food and Agriculture Trends Quiz

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What are some health risks of undernourishment, poor diet, and overeating?

  • Reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases
  • Decreased risk of diabetes
  • Reduced risk of osteoporosis
  • Increased risk of malnutrition-related diseases (correct)

What was the green revolution?

  • A political revolution in the agriculture sector
  • A period of significant agricultural productivity increase (correct)
  • A movement advocating for environmental conservation
  • A decline in global food production

What are GMOs, and what traits are most commonly introduced with GMOs?

  • Genetically Modified Organisms with traits like decreased pesticide resistance and slower growth
  • Genetically Modified Organisms with traits like organic farming and natural pollination
  • Genetically Modified Organisms with traits like drought resistance and increased nutritional content (correct)
  • Genetically Modified Organisms with traits like reduced yield and decreased nutritional content

How many people are chronically hungry, and why does hunger persist in a world of surpluses?

<p>Approximately 800 million people; due to unequal distribution and poverty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are our primary food crops?

<p>Wheat, rice, and maize (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a conventional or 'criteria' air pollutant?

<p>Sulfur dioxide (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hazardous air pollutant is known for its detrimental effects on the nervous system and respiratory health?

<p>Lead (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do air pollutants primarily affect the climate and stratospheric ozone?

<p>By enhancing the greenhouse effect (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways air pollution can affect human health?

<p>Exacerbating respiratory diseases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Has world air quality been getting better or worse, and why?

<p>Worse, due to increased industrial activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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