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Why do all living organisms need food?
Why do all living organisms need food?
- To regulate body temperature
- To provide essential nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals (correct)
- To aid in the development of the organisms' cognitive abilities
- To prevent diseases and illnesses
What are the main sources of food mentioned in the text?
What are the main sources of food mentioned in the text?
- Plants and animals (correct)
- Processed foods and beverages
- Synthetic food supplements
- Minerals and vitamins
Why is the efficiency of crops and livestock required in India?
Why is the efficiency of crops and livestock required in India?
- Because India is facing a shortage of water for irrigation
- To reduce the use of modern technology in agriculture
- To control the spread of plant diseases
- Due to the limited agricultural land compared to the growing population (correct)
What is the purpose of crop variety improvement?
What is the purpose of crop variety improvement?
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Which method of crop variety improvement involves introducing desirable characteristics through genes?
Which method of crop variety improvement involves introducing desirable characteristics through genes?
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What factors generally influence crop yield according to the text?
What factors generally influence crop yield according to the text?
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What is the main benefit of shortening the maturity period of crops?
What is the main benefit of shortening the maturity period of crops?
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Why do different crops grow in different seasons?
Why do different crops grow in different seasons?
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What are the activities that lead to improvement in crop yield according to the text?
What are the activities that lead to improvement in crop yield according to the text?
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