Philosophy of Technology: Enframing
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BRINGING FORTH is also known as ______ in German.

Gestell

Enframing involves a ______ approach to reality.

calculative

Poiesis is about ______ things in their own right.

bringing forth

Enframing seeks to ______ and manipulate reality.

<p>control</p> Signup and view all the answers

Poiesis fosters a deeper ______ and appreciation of the world's inherent qualities and mysteries.

<p>understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

Poiesis encourages a more ______, reflective, and holistic approach to existence.

<p>contemplative</p> Signup and view all the answers

The invention of writing systems, such as ______ in Mesopotamia and hieroglyphs in Egypt, played a crucial role in the development of literacy.

<p>cuneiform</p> Signup and view all the answers

Finland is often cited for its exceptional ______ system and high literacy rates.

<p>education</p> Signup and view all the answers

Norway is known for its strong commitment to ______ and high literacy rates.

<p>education</p> Signup and view all the answers

Japan's education system emphasizes ______, hard work, and academic achievement.

<p>discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

Canada prioritizes ______ and invests in a comprehensive public education system.

<p>education</p> Signup and view all the answers

South Korea has made remarkable strides in improving ______ rates and educational outcomes over the past few decades.

<p>literacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

STS: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & SOCIETY [ BSN 2A ] ˃ [ ________________ SEMESTER ]

<p>SECOND</p> Signup and view all the answers

The country's emphasis on preventive healthcare, access to quality medical services, and high levels of ________________ contribute to lower mortality rates.

<p>education</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mortality surveillance systems track deaths and causes of death in ________________, providing valuable data for public health planning, disease prevention, and health policy development.

<p>populations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Japan has one of the lowest mortality rates globally, attributed to factors such as universal healthcare coverage, a healthy diet rich in fish and ________________, active lifestyle habits such as walking and cycling, and a strong sense of community.

<p>vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sweden consistently ranks among the countries with low mortality rates.The country's universal healthcare system, comprehensive social welfare programs, emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention, and high standard of ________________ contribute to lower mortality rates.

<p>living</p> Signup and view all the answers

These systems help identify emerging health threats, monitor trends in mortality rates, and evaluate the effectiveness of ________________.

<p>interventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Researchers are working on genetically modifying bananas to produce higher levels of ______, a precursor to vitamin A.

<p>beta-carotene</p> Signup and view all the answers

This technology has the potential to create crops with ______ traits, such as increased yield or improved nutritional content, without introducing foreign DNA.

<p>enhanced</p> Signup and view all the answers

The biotech eggplant is the first ______ initiated research and the first biotech food crop developed in the Philippines.

<p>public-sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

These breeding techniques involve crossing individuals within the same species or closely related species to achieve desired ______ without directly manipulating their genes at the molecular level.

<p>traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

Wild species that have not undergone intentional ______ modification by humans are also not considered GMOs.

<p>genetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Organisms with such naturally occurring ______ are not classified as GMOs unless they have been further modified through human intervention.

<p>mutations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Some people remain concerned about the long-term health effects of consuming genetically modified ______.

<p>foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

The concentration of power and profits in the hands of a few biotechnology companies raises ______ concerns.

<p>equity</p> Signup and view all the answers

The widespread adoption of GMO crops can lead to a reduction in crop ______ and the dominance of a few genetically uniform varieties.

<p>diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

The patenting of genetically modified seeds by biotechnology companies has led to controversies over ______ property rights.

<p>intellectual</p> Signup and view all the answers

GMO crops can cross-pollinate with conventional or wild plant species, leading to the unintentional spread of genetically modified ______.

<p>traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

Critics argue that GMO patents restrict farmers' rights to save and exchange ______.

<p>seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

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