6.1 - Genetic engineering has boosted agricultural yields, crop resilience, and food nutrition
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of Bt toxin in genetically engineered crops?
💡 Hint: Think of how pests affect crop yields.
What does the term 'biofortification' mean?
💡 Hint: Consider how certain crops can protect against vitamin deficiencies.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of resistance do Bt crops provide?
💡 Hint: Think about what pests often damage in fields.
True or False: Glyphosate is a herbicide.
💡 Hint: Consider how farmers manage weeds.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a proposal for a new genetically engineered crop that addresses a specific environmental issue. Describe your proposed genetic modifications and the expected benefits.
💡 Hint: Consider existing environmental challenges in agriculture.
Evaluate the ethical implications of using CRISPR technology in agriculture. Discuss both benefits and potential drawbacks.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how these technologies affect nature and society.
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