A New Kind of Corn Vocab and Comprehension

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What does the word 'inherit' mean?

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to receive from an ancestor

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Which of the following is NOT an example of a person's characteristics?

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mother

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What does the word 'prevalent' mean?

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widespread

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What does Bt corn produce that kills insects?

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poison

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How do scientists make Bt corn?

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They change the genetic code of the corn.

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What is a characteristic?

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A feature or quality that describes a person.

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What is genetic modification?

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The process of altering the genetic material of an organism.

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What is the purpose of Bt corn?

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To resist pests and reduce the need for chemical insecticides.

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What is an ancestor?

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A person from whom one is descended, typically more distant than a grandparent.

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What does 'widespread' mean?

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Found or distributed over a large area or among many people.