12.7.3 - Agriculture
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of inducing mutations in crops?
💡 Hint: Think about benefits like disease resistance.
What does gamma radiation do?
💡 Hint: Remember it helps in mutation induction.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What role does gamma radiation play in agriculture?
💡 Hint: Focus on the purpose of gamma radiation.
True or False: The Sterile Insect Technique is harmful to the environment.
💡 Hint: Is the technique about limiting pesticide usage?
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Challenge Problems
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Design a hypothetical experiment using gamma rays to induce a mutation in a crop plant. Include your expected results and implications for agriculture.
💡 Hint: Consider the environmental conditions when choosing traits.
Evaluate the risks versus benefits of using radioactive materials in agricultural pest control. Include potential health, environmental, and economic factors.
💡 Hint: Reflect on societal perceptions and scientific evaluations.
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