Selective Breeding

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What is the primary purpose of selective breeding?

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To create animals with desirable traits.

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How is selective breeding defined?

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It is a process to create an organism with desired traits from parents with those desired traits to benefit humans.

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Can you provide an example of selective breeding?

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A person pollinates 2 white rose plants to only create white roses.

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What is one major problem associated with selective breeding?

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Gene variety is lost.

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Why is genetically engineering corn to be immune to diseases considered beneficial?

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It allows increased production of corn.

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What is a key benefit of selective breeding in agriculture?

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It can enhance crop yield and quality.

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What is the difference between selective breeding and genetic engineering?

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Selective breeding involves choosing parents with desired traits, while genetic engineering involves directly modifying an organism's DNA.

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What is a potential risk of reduced genetic diversity due to selective breeding?

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Increased vulnerability to diseases and environmental changes.

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How does selective breeding impact animal husbandry?

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It allows farmers to produce livestock with specific traits, such as faster growth or better milk production.

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What role do traits play in selective breeding?

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Traits are characteristics that are selected for or against in the breeding process.