10 Questions
Which plant genome was completely sequenced in the year 2002?
Rice genome
When did the exciting times for plant breeders with the developments in bioinformatics and genomics start?
2000s
Which of the following was NOT part of the evolution of plant breeding according to Xu (2010)?
Genetic engineering
What type of genetics emerged in the 1900s as part of the evolution of plant breeding?
Quantitative genetics
When did the era of genomics-assisted breeding start according to the text?
2000 and beyond
What was the average yield per hectare of rice in the Philippines at present, based on the information provided?
4 tons/ha
Which scientist discussed the enhancement of compositional traits in crop varieties?
Hallauer
'Golden Rice' is an example of enhancing which nutritional value in crops?
'Pro-vitamin A'
'Golden Rice' is a result of which technology mentioned in the text?
'Gene editing'
Which technology was used to reduce the expression of compounds associated with fruit deterioration in papaya?
Genetic engineering
Learn about the history of quantitative genetics, including the development of hybrid corn and the concept of hybrid vigor. Explore the contributions of researchers like Shull, Fisher, Mooers, and Yates and Cochran.
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