Practice Genetic engineering has boosted agricultural yields, crop resilience, and food nutrition - 6.1 | Agricultural and Industrial Applications of Genetic Engineering | Genetic Engineering Advance
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6.1 - Genetic engineering has boosted agricultural yields, crop resilience, and food nutrition

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of Bt toxin in genetically engineered crops?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of how pests affect crop yields.

Question 2

Easy

What does the term 'biofortification' mean?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how certain crops can protect against vitamin deficiencies.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What type of resistance do Bt crops provide?

  • Fungal resistance
  • Pest resistance
  • Drought resistance

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what pests often damage in fields.

Question 2

True or False: Glyphosate is a herbicide.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how farmers manage weeds.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Create a proposal for a new genetically engineered crop that addresses a specific environmental issue. Describe your proposed genetic modifications and the expected benefits.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider existing environmental challenges in agriculture.

Question 2

Evaluate the ethical implications of using CRISPR technology in agriculture. Discuss both benefits and potential drawbacks.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on how these technologies affect nature and society.

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