2.3 - AquAdvantage salmon: Engineered for faster growth using a growth hormone gene
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Practice Questions
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What is the main purpose of engineering AquAdvantage salmon?
💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'fast growing' means.
What gene is used to improve the growth of AquAdvantage salmon?
💡 Hint: Consider which species are mentioned as part of the engineering process.
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What technology did AquAdvantage salmon employ for faster growth?
💡 Hint: Recall the specific gene mentioned in the context of this salmon.
True or False: AquAdvantage salmon grow at the same rate as traditional salmon.
💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of engineering AquAdvantage salmon.
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Design an experimental study to assess the ecological effects of introducing AquAdvantage salmon into a wild salmon population. What variables would you control?
💡 Hint: Consider what aspects of the environment would be most crucial in an ecological study.
Critically discuss the ethical implications of widespread adoption of genetically modified organisms in food systems. What might be the benefits and drawbacks?
💡 Hint: Weigh both sides of consumer impacts and environmental concerns.
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